Episode Guide

Hollyoaks: Season 2010

Jacqui becomes tired of Bart's antics at the McQueen house and decides to move out, giving Rhys the opportunity to act on his feelings. Meanwhile, Anita learns her adoptive mother is ill, Lee and Leanne struggle with their responsibilities to the play, and Brendan resorts to desperate measures to secure the money for his son's treatment

Lee holds auditions for his high-concept play, and Leanne fails to hide her jealousy when he offers Amy a substantial role. Meanwhile, Jasmine swears Anita to secrecy after explaining about her double life, and a stressed Brendan tells Carmel what he really thinks of her, leaving Ste to pick up the pieces

Brendan's wife Eileen unexpectedly arrives in the village to tell her estranged husband that their ailing son has been referred to a specialist. Jacqui accuses Bart of stealing her money, and Jasmine worries Jason's new admirer might expose her secret

Omnibus. India is shocked to learn Texas is being paid to be a bridesmaid at Alistair's nuptials, but when she insists she is planning to sabotage the event from the inside, the sisters decide to call for back-up. Elsewhere, Cindy is outraged when Jacqui presents her with a hideous wedding dress, and Jack reveals his plan to prevent the Osbornes from losing their home

Steph battles against her failing health to attend her wedding, and finally gets to exchange her vows with Gilly. Meanwhile, Cindy's big day stalls when Blanche accuses her of having an affair with Darren, and Jason catches Anita's eye at Bart's party

The day of Gilly and Steph's wedding arrives, but when Rhys learns the bride has collapsed, he struggles to find a way to give his friend the bad news. Meanwhile, Jasmine becomes Jason to attend the party at the McQueen house, and Cindy, upset that her plans to marry Alistair have failed, is shocked to receives two unexpected proposals

Blanche seizes the opportunity to ruin Alistair's wedding when she discovers the truth about how her love-struck son met his fiancee. Leanne clashes with Kevin and Elliot over their beacon, and Steph decides to trust in Gilly's plans for their big day, but starts to worry as her illness begins to affect her wellbeing

Alistair's formidable mother Blanche takes charge of the plans to sabotage her son's wedding, and makes Cindy a tempting offer. Meanwhile, Jack panics that the truth about the future of the Osbornes' home will be revealed when Heidi arrives for a viewing, Bart plans a party at the McQueen house, and Steph's health shows signs of deterioration after a hectic day out

India is shocked to learn Texas is being paid to be a bridesmaid at Alistair's nuptials, but when she insists she is planning to sabotage the event from the inside, the sisters decide to call for back-up. Elsewhere, Cindy is outraged when Jacqui presents her with a hideous wedding dress, and Jack reveals his plan to prevent the Osbornes from losing their home

Omnibus. Freshers' week begins at HCC, and the new students are given a chance to settle into the halls. Lee catches up with old friends after spending more than four years away from the village, and his fiancee Leanne takes extreme measures to ensure she will fit in with the other newcomers. Meanwhile, Carmel returns from Barcelona, unaware she has been little more than a pawn in Brendan's schemes

The students' fears are confirmed when they receive a call from the hospital regarding Charlotte's fate. Doug is exposed as the drug dealer in halls, and while he tortures himself over his role in the accident, Carl urges him to leave the village or face his wrath. Elsewhere, a chat with Darren persuades Lee to come clean to Leanne and reaffirm their engagement

Charlotte decides to broaden her horizons at the Cheek gig, but experimenting with drugs leads her to perform a reckless stunt on the village arch. Meanwhile, Kevin breaks down when he confides in Darren, and the burglary at halls puts further strain on Lee's relationship with Leanne, leading him to seek comfort with Amy

Jamil's embarrassing secret is revealed, and while his efforts to chat up India end in success, the consequences are dire for their housemates. Meanwhile, Kevin's past comes back to haunt him when the other students examine his files in the records office, Jem accuses her father of being Doug's mystery attacker, and Ravi's plans to sell alcopops at Relish backfire when his customers complain about their drinks

Leanne regrets her rash decision to kiss Doug, but her guilt is eased when she discovers Lee has used money from their new joint account to buy a TV. Meanwhile, Jem decides to prove a point to her overbearing father, and Dom resorts to desperate measures when Carl steals his customers by throwing a free barbecue at the Dog

Freshers' week begins at HCC, and the new students are given a chance to settle into the halls. Lee catches up with old friends after spending more than four years away from the village, and his fiancee Leanne takes extreme measures to ensure she will fit in with the other newcomers. Meanwhile, Carmel returns from Barcelona, unaware she has been little more than a pawn in Brendan's schemes

Omnibus. As the McQueens get to work organising Cindy's wedding, Steph discovers the nuptials are set to take place on the same day she and Gilly are planning to tie the knot. Meanwhile, Rhys and Jacqui find out the shocking truth about their online sweethearts, and Brendan turns on the charm for Carmel - but Ste suspects he has an ulterior motive

Carmel backs out of the trip to Barcelona, but Ste is forced to make her change her mind when Brendan enlists Amy as a replacement drug mule. Sparks fly between Jacqui and Rhys while babysitting Tom for the Osbornes, and new student Leanne arrives in the village - with a familiar face in tow

Amber's lies are exposed when an outraged Phil confronts Tony and Gabby about their relationship, and Darren tells Jack and Frankie he has enrolled at HCC. Elsewhere, Brendan realises Ste has been interfering with his plans, and decides to take revenge by threatening to involve Amy in one of his illegal schemes

Amber confides in Sinead about her parents' break-up, and decides to tell her father about Gabby's romance with Tony. Brendan invites a smitten Carmel to accompany him on a business trip to Barcelona, and against all odds, Jacqui and Rhys end up bonding during their enforced date

Gabby and Tony decide to start a relationship after receiving Taylor's approval, but Amber is less accepting. Meanwhile, Ste risks his safety to warn Carmel that Brendan is not to be trusted, and Cheryl threatens to sack Rhys and Jacqui when they refuse to acknowledge their mutual attraction

As the McQueens get to work organising Cindy's wedding to Alistair, Steph discovers the nuptials are set to take place on the same day she and Gilly are planning to tie the knot. Meanwhile, Rhys and Jacqui find out the shocking truth about their respective online sweethearts, and Brendan turns on the charm for Carmel - but Ste suspects he has an ulterior motive

Omnibus. At the hospital, Louis reveals he has been given the all-clear, but there is devastating news in store for fellow cancer patient Steph. Darren announces he has enrolled as a student at HCC, Alistair pursues Cindy for an answer to his proposal, and Malachy has the last laugh when Mercedes turns up in the village for a rendezvous with a mystery man

Cindy agrees to sign Alistair's prenuptial agreement, but a bitter Myra threatens to reveal the truth about how the happy couple were introduced. Meanwhile, Diane's efforts to reconcile with Finn only make matters worse, and Brendan considers taking Ste under his wing after he helps to hide a suspicious parcel

With Alistair confined to a hospital bed, Cindy tries to convince India she genuinely cares about him. Meanwhile, Rhys has a heart-to-heart with Steph after hearing how she called the wedding off, and when Rob is held up with work, it is left to Sinead to help Diane administer her IVF injection

The O'Connors prepare to make their mark on the village, with teenager Sinead detailing exactly how she plans to make waves at Hollyoaks High, while her father Rob sets his sights on the role of acting head master. Elsewhere, Alistair gives Cindy an incentive to sign the prenuptial agreement, and Steph hands Gilly's engagement ring back when he refuses to accept her grim prognosis

Steph gathers her family to tell them the truth about her declining health, but Tom takes the news badly and runs away. Meanwhile, an embarrassed Duncan admits his romantic shortcomings to Eva, Malachy and Lynsey give in to their mutual attraction, and Cindy insists she is not interested in Alistair's money after being labelled a gold-digger by his grand-daughters

At the hospital, Louis reveals he has been given the all-clear, but there is devastating news in store for fellow cancer patient Steph. Elsewhere, Darren announces he has enrolled as a student at HCC, Alistair pursues Cindy for an answer to his proposal, and Malachy has the last laugh when Mercedes turns up in the village for a rendezvous with a mystery man

Omnibus. With the Costellos reeling over Mitzeee's revelation, Carl tries to stop his past indiscretions from tearing his family apart. Meanwhile, Michaela's hunger for a scoop puts her at odds with her editor, Cindy hears about Tony's time with Gabby in Wales, and Veronica re-emerges to torment Brendan

Cheryl manages to persuade the contestants of Britain's Next Top Model to take part in Steph's charity walk, Tex's spending habits look set to place India's travelling plans in jeopardy, and Alistair has a surprising proposition for Cindy. Meanwhile, Brendan is put under pressure when Veronica steps up her blackmail demands, and Malachy resolves to discover the identity of the Chez Chez burglar

Brendan succeeds in covering his tracks after robbing Chez Chez, but Veronica threatens to reveal all to Malachy when she discovers the truth. Meanwhile, Cindy goes on a date with Alistair, but when she is confronted by the reality of their age difference, she is forced to break it off

Brendan sets his sights on the contents of the safe at Chez Chez after Cheryl agrees to safeguard the proceeds from Steph's charity walk. Meanwhile, Jacqui is attracted to a mystery man on a dating website, unaware the profile actually belongs to Rhys, and India's financial woes leave her with no choice but to appeal to her grandfather in a meeting at Il Gnosh

Cindy is humiliated when Amber tricks her into attending Tony's food fair, but her luck appears to change when she encounters a wealthy stranger. Veronica rescues Cheryl from a mugger, and a penniless India is shocked when her younger sister Texas unexpectedly arrives in the village

With the Costellos reeling over Mitzeee's revelation, Carl tries to stop his past indiscretions from tearing his family apart. Meanwhile, Michaela's hunger for a scoop puts her at odds with her editor, Cindy hears about Tony's time with Gabby in Wales, and Veronica re-emerges to torment Brendan

Omnibus. Gabby turns up at Il Gnosh, but Tony is crestfallen to see she is still with husband Phil. However, Theresa gives him reason to hope when she points out the couple's relationship appears to be failing. Brendan bullies Ste into staying silent about his assault, forcing him to feed the others a phoney story, but new arrival Lynsey remains suspicious of the tale

The day of the charity catwalk showdown arrives, and it looks as if it will be Heidi's chance to shine, until a familiar voice shares a secret over the PA that threatens to cause tension in the Costello household. Meanwhile, Anita is embarrassed when she realises her prized new dress has been stolen, and Cindy strikes up a rapport with Gabby, unaware she is currently living with Tony

Phil tries to take Amber and Taylor back home, until Gabby threatens to expose the reason their marriage came to an end. Meanwhile, Eva tries to repair her relationship with Anita by cooking her a meal, Mitzeee plots revenge on Carl for ignoring her advances, and Steph is moved to tears by Louis's heartfelt film about his struggle with cancer

Tony comes to Gabby's aid when emotions during her break-up with Phil reach fever pitch, causing her husband to suspect there is something going on between them. Ravi assures Anita his night of passion with Eva will not be repeated, and Cindy gives Heidi a frosty reception at the boutique - until she realises she is speaking to a former glamour model

Despite the chemistry between them, Tony has reservations about pursuing a relationship with Gabby, so Theresa takes action to ensure the pair are given a chance to act on their feelings. Eva spills the beans about her relationship with Ravi to Anita, and Steph asks fellow cancer patient Louis to film her story, while Heidi plans a charity fashion show at the SU bar

Gabby turns up at Il Gnosh, but Tony is crestfallen to see she is still with husband Phil. However, Theresa gives him reason to hope when she points out the couple's relationship appears to be failing. Brendan bullies Ste into staying silent about his assault, forcing him to feed the others a phony story, but new arrival Lynsey remains suspicious of the tale

Omnibus. Malachy tries to cover for his mistakes after falling victim to femme fatale Veronica, unaware he had been targeted from the start. Jasmine narrowly avoids her father uncovering her secret, Leo is offered a job in another county, and Lauren makes the most of the discovery that her parents are trying to buy her affections

Ste tries to undercut Tony by providing the food for the Chez Chez opening, but Brendan takes an instant dislike to the would-be caterer. Val lets Lauren down again when she reveals her plans to move to Spain have changed, and when Jasmine provokes Carl's temper, the truth about Jem's fractured relationship with her father is revealed

Cheryl exacts her revenge when Mercedes arrives for an interview at the refurbished Loft, now named Chez Chez. Meanwhile, visiting Gaz in prison allows Lauren to make her mind up about her future, and Carl rebuffs Mitzeee's advances, causing her to tell him about Jasmine and Bart's budding relationship

Malachy gives Veronica a taste of her own medicine after catching up with her, but their encounter forces him to face the truth about his marriage to Mercedes. A series of suspicious phone calls causes Brendan to fear Cheryl has invited his estranged wife to the village, and Jasmine tells a risky lie to protect her secret

Malachy enlists Dom's aid to track down elusive con-artist Veronica, hoping to make amends with Mercedes for allowing her to burgle the McQueen family home. Jasmine ignores her father's warning to stay away from Bart, and when Duncan's parents discover he is no longer living with the Ashworths, Rhys agrees to take the youngster into his care - in exchange for his monthly allowance

Malachy tries to cover for his mistakes after falling victim to femme fatale Veronica, unaware he had been targeted from the start. Jasmine narrowly avoids her father discovering her secret, Leo is offered a job in another county, and Lauren makes the most of the situation when she finds out her parents are trying to buy her affections

Omnibus. Jasmine Costello returns home from summer camp in America, bragging to her brothers about her action-packed adventures abroad. Gilly tries to get Steph to focus on the here and now as she makes plans for her honeymoon. Elsewhere, Zak and Michaela reveal Des's true nature to Jacqui, and Kris is mortified to find he fits in perfectly well at the bank

Jacqui urges Ravi to bide his time and wait for the best moment to strike back at Des, who is oblivious to their plans for revenge. Meanwhile, Kris and Zak reluctantly agree to allow Jake to join them in their move to London, and Carl confronts a gang of boys causing trouble in the village, but fails to recognise the familiar face lurking among their number

Des thinks he has won Jacqui over after feeding her a story about the origins of his racism, little realising she is planning to join forces with one of his worst enemies. Elsewhere, Bart takes an interest in Jasmine while hanging around at Evissa, while Malachy and Mercedes return to the village, along with Cheryl's half-brother Brendan

Des resorts to desperate measures as he tries to regain Jacqui's trust, and Steph makes a new friend while waiting for chemotherapy at the hospital. Elsewhere, Cheryl hopes to use her lottery winnings to buy the Loft, and the McQueens take in a charming relative after attending a funeral, only to discover the lad has inherited the family's infamous roguish streak

Zak is forced to come to terms with his recent brutish behaviour when Tariq makes an unexpected reappearance. Meanwhile, Des becomes suspicious when Jacqui refuses to answer his proposal, Jasmine's pranks land Seth in hot water, and the Valentines are heartbroken to learn Lauren has agreed to move to Spain with her mother

Jasmine Costello returns home from summer camp in America, bragging to her brothers about her action-packed adventures abroad. Gilly tries to get Steph to focus on the here and now as she makes plans for her honeymoon. Elsewhere, Zak and Michaela reveal Des's true nature to Jacqui, and Kris is mortified to find he fits in perfectly well at the bank

Omnibus. Mitzeee causes trouble at the Dog, particularly for Carl, whose relationship with estranged daughter Jem now hinges on proving he has given up his womanising ways. Kris feels unfulfilled by his status as a blogger, and Nancy sets out to discover the truth about Jake's predicament, unaware that Loretta is on her trail

Zak tries to make amends with Michaela by securing evidence of Des's racism on tape, and Gilly is offended to hear Steph thinks he only wants to marry her out of pity. Meanwhile, Kris dons a suit for his first day working at the bank, but a phone call stops him in his tracks

A depressed Steph becomes even more upset when she sees Gilly getting friendly with Carl, and fears he is hoping to pick up where he left off with Jem. Elsewhere, Zak worries his past is about to catch up with him, and begs Michaela to drop her story about Des, while Elliot makes an unusual new friend

Michaela goes to visit Gaz in prison, and he reveals the identity of the racist ringleader. Meanwhile, Cindy competes with Cheryl to catch Carl's eye, and Steph continues to entertain her dreams of stardom, dragging Tom into the limelight with her

Jake and Nancy discover Loretta's dark secret, but their breakthrough places them in grave danger when they learn she still hopes to keep her past under wraps. Heidi is unnerved by Mitzeee's inquires about Carl's wandering eye, and Dom is quick to blame Ste when a window is smashed at Relish - but is given cause to regret his accusation

Mitzeee causes trouble at the Dog, particularly for Carl, whose relationship with estranged daughter Jem now hinges on proving he has given up his womanising ways. Kris feels unfulfilled by his status as a blogger, and Nancy sets out to discover the truth about Jake's predicament, little aware that Loretta is on her trail

Omnibus. Carmel finally learns the truth about the circumstances that led to Calvin's death, but decides to remain silent until Theresa's baby is born. Meanwhile, Lauren receives a surprising visitor, and Cheryl is shocked when she runs into the Dog's new owner

Steph and Frankie appeal to Nancy for advice, hoping her experience of dealing with an obsessive Jake will help them decide what to do about his behaviour. However, when she pays him a visit, she quickly realises all is not as it seems. Meanwhile, the Costellos invite Jem to dinner, Lauren considers taking up her mother's offer to move to Spain, and glamour model Mitzeee causes a stir when she arrives in the village

Jake tries to convince his family he is being set up by Loretta, but Steph fears he has suffered a relapse. Duncan discovers an unexpected perk of sharing a home with Darren and Rhys, and Eva becomes a fixture in the Roy household as she continues to cultivate her relationship with Anita

Loretta continues to torment Jake, using his history of mental illness against him. Jem confronts her father Carl over why he chose to relocate the Costellos so close to her, and a jealous Zak challenges Riley to a game of football, unaware of the newcomer's uncanny skill with a ball

With the Dog now firmly in their grasp, the Costellos set about making their mark on the village. However, mum Heidi soon becomes concerned about Cheryl's intentions toward her ex-footballer husband Carl. Meanwhile, Darren hopes to rebuild his relationship with Jack by giving him a greyhound, sparks fly between Ravi and Jem, and Jake is suspicious of a mystery job offer

Carmel finally learns the truth about the circumstances that led to Calvin's death, and decides to reserve judgement on Theresa until after her baby is born. Meanwhile, Lauren receives a surprising visitor, and Cheryl is shocked when she runs into the Dog's new owner

Omnibus. Despite being kidnapped by Loretta, Steph decides to give her the benefit of the doubt, and learns a terrible secret about her past. Kyle tracks Theresa down to ask why she is telling everyone she is pregnant with his child, Suzanne gets a glimpse of Darren's true nature and Cheryl questions her sexuality after waking up next to Charlotte

The day of Calvin's funeral arrives, and while Myra tries to keep her daughters in check, Malachy gives Mercedes an ultimatum. Meanwhile, a critically ill Lauren is determined to have the last word as her brother is buried, and Theresa agrees to meet Kyle to discuss her recent revelation

Kyle interrogates Anita about the paternity of Theresa's unborn baby, and Tony is determined to make his divorce from Cindy as amicable as possible. Meanwhile, Lauren wakes up in hospital to learn her family is disgusted with her - but Leo receives unsettling news about his daughter's health

Josh is stunned to hear Neville blames him for all his family's problems, and learns they are planning to move to Spain without him. However, guilt finally gets the better of Rhys, and he is forced to admit he was responsible for his brother's drink-driving charge. Meanwhile, Lauren's lies begin to catch up with her, leading to a serious accident

Theresa considers admitting the truth about her pregnancy to Myra when Malachy begins to see through her tall tale. Meanwhile, Josh's time in prison compromises his chance of securing a job, the Ashworths resolve to start their lives anew, and Cheryl tries to deny rumours about her sexuality

Despite being kidnapped by Loretta, Steph decides to give her the benefit of the doubt, and learns a terrible secret about her past. Kyle tracks Theresa down to ask why she is telling everyone she is pregnant with his child, Suzanne is disgusted with herself when she gets a glimpse of Darren's true nature and Cheryl questions her sexuality after waking up next to Charlotte

Omnibus. Gaz is arrested after being discovered with the gun, and he is formally charged with Calvin's murder. However, when DI Andrews visits the McQueen household, Theresa struggles to hide the truth. Meanwhile, Steph comes up with a way to exploit her illness, and Jacqui forces Des to comfort Anita at Relish, unaware she is urging the culprit to return to the scene of the crime

Elliot tries to boost Nancy's confidence by rigging a beauty contest in her favour, but when she ends up losing out to Cheryl, he accidentally makes an unexpected admission. Meanwhile, Charlotte takes advantage of Jem and India's efforts to impress her, and Steph goes to meet a talent scout - unaware she is being set up for a fall

A series of calamities almost ruins Steph's gig and Cheryl's circumstances suddenly take a turn for the better after a run of bad luck. Josh is released from prison early and is disgusted to hear about his mother's affair, while Jake is disturbed by Loretta's shock reappearance

When Neville learns the truth about her affair, Suzanne assumes Cindy is responsible for delivering the news. The Valentine sisters dismiss Cheryl and Carmel's efforts to help them through their grief, but are brought together by their concern for Leo, and Jake is stunned when an unwelcome face from the past turns up in his bed

Myra has a heart-to-heart with Theresa when she finds out she is pregnant, and the talk helps the teenager make her mind up about her future. Meanwhile, Steph's dream of becoming a star begins to take shape, Cindy discovers Darren and Suzanne's secret, and Lauren visits Gaz in prison to confront him about his hatred of Anita

Gaz is arrested after being discovered with the gun, and he is formally charged with Calvin's murder. However, when DI Andrews visits the McQueen household, Theresa struggles to hide the truth. Meanwhile, Steph comes up with a way to exploit her illness, and Jacqui forces Des to comfort Anita at Relish, unaware she is urging the culprit to return to the scene of his crimes

Omnibus. Cindy is confused by Tony's plans to divorce her, and sets out to win him back. Meanwhile, an unsuspecting Darren is given a makeover by Anita and Rae, and a text message on Des's phone makes Jacqui suspect he is being unfaithful

Anita heads into the woods, expecting a reunion with Theresa, only to find an old enemy waiting for her. Meanwhile, Jack tells Steph she needs to talk to Tom about her illness, and Rose's continued mocking prompts Des to launch an all-out assault on Relish

Carmel calls the police when Anita tells her she found a gun in Evissa, leaving Jacqui and Theresa to dispose of the weapon quickly. Elsewhere, Steph sets out to prove a point to Gilly, Duncan tries his luck with Cheryl, and Zak warns Des to drop his vendetta against Ravi - only to receive a chilling threat

The Roys are shocked to find Relish vandalised with racist graffiti, and Anita is quick to suspect Gaz is the culprit. Meanwhile, a nervous Jacqui learns the council plans to dig up the woods where she hid the gun that killed Calvin, and Dave is dismayed when he meets the girl of his dreams at the LGB party

Des's visitor Rose reveals her bigoted side when she spurns Jacqui for having a mixed-race sister, and Gaz is furious to learn that Lauren is planning a girls-only trip to Paris with Anita. Meanwhile, Charlotte ropes Kris into helping her organise an LGB night at the SU bar, only for Dave to claim he is being discriminated against for being straight

Cindy is confused by Tony's plans to divorce her, and determines she will try to win him back. Meanwhile, an unsuspecting Darren is given a makeover by Anita and Rae, and a suspicious text message on Des's phone makes Jacqui suspect he is being unfaithful

Omnibus. In North Wales, glamorous mother Gabby Sharpe asks Tony to look after her children when she is taken to hospital after her accident. Meanwhile, back in the village, Suzanne and Darren make the most of Neville's absence at the Dog, and Newt's estranged mother Shelley shows up - with a big surprise for him

Rhys tells Suzanne she should inform Neville about her affair, but when their discussion is interrupted, she is left with no choice but to come clean. Meanwhile, Tony reluctantly returns to the village, and Rae is delighted when Newt asks her to start a new life with his family in Scotland, but her joy is cut short by terrible news

A tryst between Suzanne and Darren is cut short by an unexpected arrival, and the pair are left wondering whether their affair is about to be revealed. Meanwhile, with his mother seemingly gone, Newt resolves to provide a better life for his brother Jensen, and Tony neglects Cindy as his feelings for Gabby continue to grow

Suzanne is annoyed with Darren for flirting with Cindy, but when she is left alone with him at the Dog, she struggles to maintain her distance. Frankie discovers why Newt and Rae have been left to take care of baby Jensen, and Tony gains a new perspective on Gabby's marriage while looking after her children

Frankie and Darren warn Newt not to get his hopes up about starting a new life with his mother, and Rhys struggles to repair the rift in his parents' marriage by preparing a romantic dinner. Meanwhile, Cindy is delighted when Elliot creates a new signature dish for Il Gnosh, and in North Wales, Tony continues to bond with glamorous Gabby at the hospital

In North Wales, glamorous mother Gabby Sharpe asks Tony to look after her children when she is taken to hospital after her accident. Meanwhile, back in the village, Suzanne and Darren make the most of Neville's absence at the Dog, and Newt's estranged mother Shelley shows up - with a big surprise for him

Omnibus. Eva receives a frosty reception from Ravi and Anita after lying about her identity, and Theresa is torn between her loyalty to Jacqui and sympathy for Carmel. Meanwhile, Tom reveals the truth about Steph's condition to Cheryl, who tries to warn Gilly of his girlfriend's terrible predicament

Despite her close shave, Michaela is delighted with her edgy gangland story, until Meriel reveals that Zak has been arrested in connection with the attack on Tariq. Tony meets a glamorous stranger while looking at a home in North Wales, and Newt is given cause to suspect there is more to Rae's curse than he first thought

Michaela's story on Carmel makes the front page of the Herald, but the ambitious reporter lets success go to her head and decides to get a scoop on a dangerous gang. Meanwhile, Steph tries to come to terms with the repercussions of her operation, and a sickened Jake gives Loretta the cold shoulder after discovering her lies

The day of Steph's operation arrives, but Gilly has second thoughts about keeping her family in the dark about her condition. Meanwhile, Rae continues to fear for her life as her 18th birthday approaches, and Loretta's leukaemia lie spirals out of control when she discovers just how much experience Jake has in dealing with the disease

Steph tells Gilly she plans to deal with her illness alone, but a bit of subterfuge allows him to turn up at one of her appointments just in time to support her through some bad news. Meanwhile, Michaela tries to secure an interview with Carmel regarding Calvin's murder, and Loretta lies about her health to ensure Jake's fidelity

Eva receives a frosty reception from Ravi and Anita after lying about her identity, and Theresa is torn between her loyalty to Jacqui and sympathy for Carmel. Meanwhile, Tom reveals the truth about Steph's condition to Cheryl, who tries to warn Gilly of his girlfriend's terrible predicament

Omnibus. A heart-to-heart with Malachy persuades Kris that Martin should fight for his life, and Darren finds himself with two new lodgers when he helps Newt keep Rae's mind off her misfortunes. Meanwhile, Duncan tries to lift Ricky's spirits by setting him up with India

A chat with Tom causes Steph to realise she needs to tell Gilly about her illness, but she is heartbroken to see him in Jem's arms again. Elsewhere, Anita reveals Kate's secret to Ravi, and Carmel's hopes of keeping Calvin in her life are dashed, leaving Theresa to reconsider her impending appointment

Tom overhears Steph discussing her health problems with Nancy, while Gilly worries his new relationship is about to come to an abrupt end. Meanwhile, Rae takes drastic action to prove she is over her curse, and Jem agrees to accompany Anita to Manchester to search for her biological mother - only to be confronted by a familiar face

Anita asks Ravi to help her locate her biological mother, and a misplaced letter causes Nancy to learn about Steph's failing health. Meanwhile, Rae is dismayed when she loses a supposedly magical locket given to her by Newt, and Theresa reveals Carmel's secret to Jacqui

Ricky confides in India about Martin being admitted to hospital, and a hug between the pair only serves to fuel Duncan's overactive imagination. Newt forces Lauren to admit to Spencer that he is not going to be a father, and an emotional Carmel sorts through the last of Calvin's belongings

A heart-to-heart with Malachy persuades Kris that Martin should fight for his life, and Darren finds himself with two new lodgers when he tries to help Newt keep Rae's mind off her misfortunes. Meanwhile, Duncan tries to lift Ricky's spirits by setting him up with India

Omnibus. Kris comes to blows with Mercedes when he learns Malachy is planning to take the blame for Calvin's murder to save her from prison. Elsewhere, Ste is envious of Amy's budding relationship with Olly, and Loretta forces Jake to make amends for his infidelity - but appears to be hiding a secret of her own

Darren desperately tries to prepare a drunken Josh for his trial, and Theresa begins to outstay her welcome at Kyle's flat. Amy tries to tell a determined Olly she is not ready for a more intimate relationship, and Martin begs Kris for help when he realises the impact his declining health is having on Ricky's studies

Gilly is confused by Steph's change of attitude, deciding her sudden coolness must be because she misses her late husband Max. Loretta's ex-boyfriend Adam warns Jake to escape her manipulative clutches, Dave tries to take Josh's mind off his impending trial, and Olly plans a night of passion with Amy - but must first deal with opposition from Ste

The rift between Suzanne and Neville continues to grow in light of Josh's latest scrape with the law, and Jake is indecisive about whether he can trust Loretta. Meanwhile, Theresa seeks refuge from her troubles at Kyle's flat, Olly tries to take his relationship with Amy to the next level, and Steph receives devastating news about her health

An encounter with Loretta's supposed stalker forces Jake to question her side of the story, Darren tells Josh the realities of life in prison, and Lauren struggles to decide whether to run away with Gaz or stay in Hollyoaks to support her grieving father

Kris comes to blows with Mercedes when he learns Malachy is planning to take the blame for Calvin's murder to save her from prison. Elsewhere, Ste is envious of Amy's budding relationship with Olly, and Loretta forces Jake to make amends for his infidelity - but appears to be hiding a secret of her own

Omnibus. Suzanne desperately fights to revive Calvin, but her efforts prove futile, and Darren struggles to comfort her as the groom dies in her arms. Meanwhile, Kris suspects Malachy and Mercedes may know something about the shooting, and the Valentines struggle to pull together as the tragedy strikes home

Mercedes is taken for questioning, and with her prospects looking grim, Malachy makes a desperate attempt to secure her release. Elliot is devastated to learn overdosing on Archie's drugs has caused him to miss his final exam and Jem tells Gilly about Steph's love letter - giving him the courage to finally confess his own feelings

Mercedes begs for Carmel's forgiveness when her affair with Calvin becomes public knowledge, but her efforts only cause Malachy to suspect her of a more serious crime. Meanwhile, Jem confronts Gilly about his feelings for Steph and Archie provides Elliot with more designer drugs - with disastrous consequences

The Valentines inadvertently place Lauren in the frame when they tell the police she has run away with Gaz, a guilty Cheryl tells Carmel about Calvin's affair with Mercedes, and Malachy struggles to convince Kris - and himself - that his wife had nothing to do with the crime

A broken-hearted Carmel is interviewed by the police, and is shocked to hear they believe Calvin's killer might be closer to home than she thinks. Meanwhile, Josh's friends break him out of hospital, and Lauren becomes tangled in her own web of lies when she realises all Leo's hopes now rest on her imaginary baby

Suzanne desperately fights to revive Calvin, but her efforts prove futile, and Darren struggles to comfort her as the groom dies in her arms. Meanwhile, Kris suspects Malachy and Mercedes may know something about the shooting, and the Valentines struggle to pull together as the tragedy strikes home

Omnibus. As Calvin's wedding day approaches, those around him begin to discover things are not as clear-cut as they seem. Cheryl is disgusted to learn of the groom's infidelity, and Jacqui's infamous temper is aroused when Mercedes reveals she had been sleeping with him behind Carmel's back. Meanwhile, the HCC students attend a murder mystery event at a country house

As Calvin's fateful first dance approaches, Mercedes reveals her affair with the groom to Theresa, whose own secret is weighing heavy on her mind. Meanwhile, Gaz realises just how much of a threat the newlywed poses to him, and Sasha seizes the moment to confront her brother about why he left Warren to die

Months of pent-up jealousy weigh heavy on Malachy's shoulders as he prepares to deliver his speech at the wedding reception. Meanwhile, Sasha decides it is time for the village to learn the truth about Calvin, and the sparks of attraction continue to fly between Suzanne and Darren

Gaz is released from police custody, and goes to extreme lengths in his quest to run away with Lauren. Meanwhile, a misunderstanding leads to Sasha telling Spencer that Calvin was responsible for Warren's death, and Josh considers driving while over the limit in an effort to escape the murder mystery event

The day of Calvin and Carmel's wedding arrives, and one of the guests has a grisly fate in store for the groom. Meanwhile, at the murder mystery event, India is green with envy when Dave showers her sister Tex with attention, and there is plenty of intrigue when love rivals Olly and Ste suddenly disappear

As Calvin's wedding day approaches, those around him begin to discover things are not as clear-cut as they seem. Cheryl is disgusted to learn of the groom's infidelity, and Jacqui's infamous temper is aroused when Mercedes reveals she had been sleeping with him behind Carmel's back. Meanwhile, the HCC students attend a murder mystery event at a country house

Omnibus. Sasha hopes to make amends with Lauren by retracting her statement against Gaz, and Calvin is delighted when it seems his sisters have welcomed him back into the family. Meanwhile, Des worries that Kris's interest in Ricky is not entirely professional, and Leo unnerves Jake as he applies to become Hollyoaks High's new gardener

Calvin's behaviour continues to infuriate his sisters, and Mercedes is livid when she discovers he has not called off his wedding. Meanwhile, Gilly reveals he is not willing to sacrifice his relationship with Jem to indulge Steph's infatuation, and Rhys finally reveals his role in the drink-driving incident that ruined Josh's life

Calvin struggles to stick by his decision to marry Carmel after a night of passion with Mercedes, and heads out to call off the wedding. Frankie encourages Steph to confess her feelings to Gilly before he leaves for Thailand with Jem, and Rhys secures Josh a job at the Loft, but is concerned when his brother hits the bottle while at work

Cindy is distraught when Tony discovers the truth about her affair, and Darren's hopes of building a new relationship with her are crushed when she reveals she does not want to lose her husband. Meanwhile, Theresa has a shock in store for Anita, and as the threats continue, Calvin takes desperate measures to ensure his safety

With Des on the prowl, Kris resigns from his position at Hollyoaks High, hoping to prevent Ricky and Martin's secret from being discovered. Meanwhile, Dom accuses Ste of stealing from the till at Relish, and Tony's plans to make a special meal for Cindy's birthday quickly go wrong, leaving her in Darren's arms once again

Sasha hopes to make amends with Lauren by retracting her statement against Gaz, and Calvin is delighted when it seems his sisters have welcomed him back into the family. Meanwhile, Des worries that Kris's interest in Ricky is not entirely professional, and Leo unnerves Jake as he applies to become Hollyoaks High's new gardener

Omnibus. Malachy tires of Mercedes' attempts to make Calvin jealous, and heads to the Dog, where he finds solace in Cheryl's company. Meanwhile, Anita tries to fit in with Theresa and Rae, and having returned from Caleb's funeral, Zak renews his efforts to win back Michaela

Sasha learns the extent of Gaz's influence over Lauren, and takes desperate action to remove him from her life. Meanwhile, Calvin's stag night takes a dramatic turn when he tries to prevent Kyle from dealing drugs near the Loft, Michaela tries to explain her feelings of betrayal to Zak, and Jem warns Steph to stay away from Gilly

The McQueens' battle to save their home comes to a head, and with her family distracted, Mercedes spots an opportunity to ruin Carmel's dreams of a happy ending. Meanwhile, Steph worries that she might have blown her chances with Gilly, and Calvin schemes with Sasha to get rid of Gaz once and for all

Lauren's lies begin to catch up with her when Spencer tells the Valentines she is pregnant, and Darren tries to help Steph make Gilly jealous. Meanwhile, Michaela heads to the hospital to cover the story of Tariq's attack, only to question whether Zak was his assailant, and Anita raids Relish's till while a nervous Ravi prepares for his date with 'Kate'

Lauren is furious to see Gaz has been left off Calvin and Carmel's wedding list, and takes her anger out on Spencer. Michaela begins her career at the Chester Herald, and Cheryl questions Mercedes about the problems in her marriage. Meanwhile, Tariq delivers disturbing news to Zak about the circumstances of Caleb's death, and Jake confesses how much he is missing Loretta

Malachy tires of Mercedes' attempts to make Calvin jealous, and heads to the Dog, where he finds solace in Cheryl's company. Meanwhile, Anita tries to fit in with Theresa and Rae, and having returned from Caleb's funeral, Zak renews his efforts to win back Michaela

Omnibus. Rhys tries to reconcile with Josh by ending his relationship with India, and Mercedes has a harsh warning for Calvin at a wine-tasting event at the Loft. Meanwhile, Zak seeks advice from Kris and Des regarding his one-night stand, and Gaz gets Spencer drunk, before tricking him into believing he has slept with Lauren

Suzanne is mortified when the police charge Josh with assault after he punches Neville, while Calvin vows to make amends with his family and give Carmel her dream wedding. Theresa realises her new boyfriend has a dangerous temper, and Michaela agrees to support Zak as he attends his brother's funeral - but only as a friend

Despite being angry with him for breaking Michaela's heart, Jacqui tries to ensure that Zak attends his brother's funeral. Meanwhile, Theresa's new rich boyfriend arouses suspicions in the McQueen household, and Josh's plan to unite his family at Suzanne's birthday party backfires - resulting in Neville calling the police

A flirty Suzanne celebrates her birthday with Darren, but tensions come to a head when her sons return home drunk, and she fears Josh might have relapsed into alcoholism. Elsewhere, Michaela breaks up with Zak, and Theresa takes a shine to a rich stranger who breaks down in the village

Gaz continues to prey on Spencer's gullibility, swindling him out of £200 he claims are for Lauren's doctor's bills. Meanwhile, Zak takes desperate measures to distract Michaela from his infidelity, and a drunken India makes a pass at Dave as she struggles to get over Rhys

Rhys tries to reconcile with Josh by ending his relationship with India, and Mercedes has a harsh warning for Calvin at a wine-tasting event at the Loft. Meanwhile, Zak seeks advice from Kris and Des regarding his one-night stand, and Gaz gets Spencer drunk, before tricking him into believing he has slept with Lauren

Omnibus. With Martin undergoing emergency treatment in hospital, Kris tries to impress on Ricky the importance of seeking help from social services. Josh's return home causes tension between Neville and Suzanne, and Ste looks to have blown his chances with Rae when he makes fun of her fears about her family curse

Ravi's head is turned by an attractive stranger named Eva, and a bitter Charlotte reveals to Zak that she knows all about his one-night stand. Meanwhile, Malachy offers to be Calvin's best man, and Spencer has a chance encounter with the girl who stood him up the previous night

A night of heavy drinking at the SU Bar leads to Zak picking up a stranger and taking her back to his flat. Meanwhile, Lauren's plan to reunite the Valentines backfires dramatically, and Spencer is devastated when it looks as if his date has stood him up

One of Caleb's old Army friends arrives in the village with a letter for Zak, prompting him to make a life-changing decision. Newt and Rae get up to mischief as Dominic prepares Relish for a visitor from the Chester Herald, and Sasha tries to raise Spencer's spirits by signing him up to a social networking website - where he quickly gets asked out on a date

Newt tries to pull ahead of Ste in the race to secure Rae's affections, but his efforts fall short of the mark. Meanwhile, Charlotte is upset to learn her latest conquest might not be as available as she thought, and Zak's continued struggle with his grief ruins a McQueen family dinner celebrating his engagement to Michaela

With Martin undergoing emergency treatment in hospital, Kris tries to impress on Ricky the importance of seeking help from social services. Josh's return to the Ashworth family home causes tension between Neville and Suzanne, and Ste looks to have blown his chances with Rae when he makes fun of her fears about her family curse

Omnibus. Michaela gives Zak an ultimatum regarding their relationship, but an unexpected phone call leaves him with more important matters to consider. Ste and Josh crash Amy's date with Olly, and a guilt-ridden Kris seeks Des's advice after interfering with Ricky's home life

Josh is found worse for wear after hitting the bottle the previous night, and a trip to hospital sees him come face to face with a disapproving Suzanne. Elliot's dependency on 'legal highs' places baby Charlie in danger, and a suspicious Kris follows Ricky home, where a confrontation with Martin has tragic consequences

Steph feels guilty when her plan to split up Gilly and Jem seems to have had the desired effect at the Greek God Charity Auction. Meanwhile, Josh falls off the wagon when he discovers Rhys spent the night with India, and Zak insists on celebrating his engagement with friends, who try to help him come to terms with his brother's death

Jacqui is furious when she hears about Zak's behaviour toward Michaela, but her fury is dampened when she learns the reason behind his turmoil. Steph and Cheryl plan to use the Greek God-themed night at the Dog to drive a wedge between Jem and Gilly, and Rhys tries to make amends with Josh

Michaela is delighted when Zak proposes to her, but her elation is soon deflated when she discovers why he is acting in such an uncharacteristic manner. Meanwhile, a misunderstanding leads Ste to reveal to Olly that both he and Josh are Amy's previous boyfriends, and Jem struggles to feel at home in the village

Michaela gives Zak an ultimatum regarding their relationship, but an unexpected phone call leaves him with more important matters to consider. Ste and Josh crash Amy's date with Olly, and a guilt-ridden Kris seeks Des's advice after interfering with Ricky's home life

Omnibus. Secretly hoping her night of passion with Calvin will lead to something more meaningful, Theresa confesses to Carmel. Gaz and Lauren plan to rob the Loft to fund their break for freedom, and Jake's plans to win back Loretta are placed on hold when he is again taken away by the police

Lauren proves her love for Gaz by luring Anita into a trap, and Cindy's affections for Tony begin to return when he manages to bond with Holly. Meanwhile, at Hollyoaks High, Kris tries to show off his mentoring abilities by speaking to Ricky during detention - little realising why the troubled student is so anxious to get home

Spencer is released from police custody, and Cindy confronts him about his involvement in Holly's disappearance. Suzanne decides to play Duncan at his own game, and Gaz forces Anita to take back her accusations, before offering Lauren an unsettling ultimatum

Carmel makes up her mind about her future, and decides to ask Calvin an important question. A confused Spencer struggles to defend himself from the full force of DI Robinson's questions. Meanwhile, Darren tutors Duncan in the art of seduction, Anita accuses Gaz of being a racist, and Holly emerges from her coma, but refuses to speak to either Cindy or Tony

Calvin is interviewed by the police about his involvement in Warren's death, and inadvertently lets slip he knows something about Holly's disappearance. Lauren has second thoughts about running away with Gaz, and Kris arrives for his first day as a mentor at Hollyoaks High, but is unprepared for the reception he receives from the pupils

Secretly hoping her night of passion with Calvin will lead to something more meaningful, Theresa confesses to Carmel. Gaz and Lauren plan to rob the Loft to fund their break for freedom, and Jake's plans to win back Loretta are placed on hold when he is again taken away by the police

Omnibus. Calvin steps in to save the day when the McQueens realise they need a solicitor to help in their battle with the council. However, Carmel is suspicious when he later cancels their plans together, little realising he is helping Sasha come to terms with her attack. Meanwhile, Jake continues to ignore calls from Loretta and Frankie, preferring to settle into his new life away from the village

Jake escapes from Caroline's prison, and rushes to the hospital to stop her harming Holly. Meanwhile, Lauren is angry when Gaz fails to reciprocate her declaration of love, and Calvin invites Theresa to help him drown his sorrows - with devastating consequences for his relationship with Carmel

While Jake struggles to free himself from Caroline's clutches, Loretta works to discover the truth about his disappearance. Carmel wonders whether she can live with the consequences of Calvin's secret, and as Tony avoids his domestic troubles by returning to work, Cindy seeks solace in Darren's arms

Caroline poses as Jake's old nurse, and informs Frankie that her son is seeking further treatment for his breakdown. However, Loretta smells a rat, and realises the visitor is trying to make waves in the Osborne family home. Sasha turns her back on Calvin after learning his secret from Mercedes, and Amy's budding relationship with Olly is placed in jeopardy when he discovers she has two children

Jake begins to feel dissatisfied with his new life, and his sense of unease is further heightened when he discovers Caroline's dark secret. Meanwhile, Mercedes learns of Calvin's role in Warren's death, and Amy heads to an HCC open day, leaving Michaela free to use Leah and Lucas in her campaign to save her family home

Calvin steps in to save the day when the McQueens realise they need a solicitor to help in their battle with the council. However, Carmel is suspicious when he later cancels their plans together, little realising he is helping Sasha come to terms with her attack. Meanwhile, Jake continues to ignore calls from Loretta and Frankie, preferring to settle into his new life away from the village

Omnibus. Josh awakes, having slept rough in the park, and when he bumps into Ste, the pair try to put aside their differences. Meanwhile, Newt works to relieve Rae's anxieties about her curse and, after a morbid visit to a local psychic, Cindy gets a call from the police, who provide a glimmer of hope that Holly is still alive

While Cindy continues to confide in Darren, Tony turns to Theresa for a shoulder to cry on. Duncan's birthday party at the Loft attracts a special guest in the form of R&B star Chipmunk, and Frankie argues with Loretta over their support of Jake - little realising the real reason for his disappearance

Holly's condition fails to improve, and Tony is furious when Cindy expresses her gratitude for Darren's support. Loretta is dismayed to learn even Steph doubts Jake's innocence, and as Duncan's televised birthday party approaches, Ricky begins to tire of his friend's selfish ways

With Holly's life hanging in the balance, Cindy's anger is turned on Jake, who she believes is responsible for her daughter's predicament. Meanwhile, Steph has reservations about her brother's innocence, and when a phone call causes him to make a hasty exit from the Osbornes' home, her suspicions appear to have been confirmed

The search for Holly is refreshed by the discovery of the youngster's coat, and when Jake spots a familiar face loitering around the village, he immediately sees a chance to rebuild his reputation. Meanwhile, Newt researches ways to counter Rae's curse, but his efforts are ruined when he misreads a tender moment with her

Josh awakes having slept rough in the park, and when he bumps into Ste, the pair try to put aside their differences. Meanwhile, Newt works to relieve Rae's anxieties about her curse and, after a morbid visit to a local psychic, Cindy gets a call from the police who provide a glimmer of hope that Holly is still alive

Omnibus. Dave takes pity on Josh, little realising a friendly gesture will only end up pushing him farther along his self-destructive path. Meanwhile, India bonds with Rhys over their memories of the crash, and Leo seeks Calvin's help when Gaz threatens to tell the school about their violent encounter

Josh mistakes Amy's concern for something more intimate, and his foul mood is exacerbated by an appearance by India, resulting in a shock announcement. Meanwhile, Leo tries a new tactic to break up Lauren and Gaz, and the McQueens struggle to accept that they may have to find a new home

Myra throws a house party after a big bingo win, but her daughters use the opportunity to air their grievances with their partners, and things only get worse when an ominous letter from the council is discovered. Meanwhile, Sasha realises Lauren's relationship with Gaz mirrors her own with Warren

Cracks begin to appear in Gaz's macho persona after his night of passion with Lauren and, desperate to restore his reputation, he suggests they steal Spencer's cash and flee from the village. Meanwhile, Ricky worries when his father's health takes a turn for the worse, Jem begins to doubt her relationship with Gilly, and Nancy faces the uncomfortable prospect of discussing Des's embarrassing problem

After a day of causing mischief at the Loft, Lauren invites Gaz back to the Valentine family home, where they decide to finally consummate their relationship. Meanwhile, Josh loses Gilly as an ally after revealing details of his past conquests to Jem, and Nancy discovers Des has an unusual nocturnal habit

Dave takes pity on Josh, little realising a friendly gesture will only end up pushing him farther along his self-destructive path. Meanwhile, India bonds with Rhys over their memories of the crash, and Leo seeks Calvin's help when Gaz threatens to tell the school about their violent encounter

Omnibus. Gilly returns to the village, and suggests that Josh change his plea to not guilty ahead of his court case. Meanwhile, Steph is elated by her globe-trotting sweetheart's return, but the arrival of a mysterious stranger puts an end to her hopes of finally declaring her love for him

Darren is furious to see Rhys's story has pushed the campaign to find Holly from the front page, and Steph takes her plan to discredit Jem too far when she accuses her rival of being insensitive to Cindy's plight. Meanwhile, Amy books a holiday for her friends, leaving Ste with a surprising new housemate

A reporter from the Chester Herald arrives to hear the story of how Rhys rescued his brother's friends from the car crash. However, seeing his sibling applauded as a hero only causes Josh to hit the bottle again. Meanwhile, Jem, Steph and Cheryl continue to work their charms on Gilly, and an airmail letter from Mike looks set to relieve some of Amy's stress

Rhys battles with his conscience on the day of Josh's court appearance, and the younger Ashworth's spirits are raised when he sees India has turned up to hear the verdict. Meanwhile, Steph plants doubts in Jem's mind about Cheryl's intentions towards Gilly, and Zak pays Archie to go on a date with a reluctant Amy

Rhys worries about the repercussions of Josh's decision to change his plea ahead of his court appearance, and Darren persuades Steph to fight for Gilly's affections. Meanwhile, Ste is crestfallen when Amy tells him she thinks they should see other people, despite the progress they have made as parents

Gilly returns to the village, and suggests that Josh changes his plea to not guilty ahead of his court case. Meanwhile, Steph is elated by her globe-trotting sweetheart's return, but the arrival of a mysterious stranger puts an end to her hopes of finally declaring her love for him

Omnibus. The Find Holly campaign steps up a gear with a TV reconstruction, but despite Tony's efforts to get to the bottom of the mystery, Cindy still believes he had something to do with her daughter's disappearance. Meanwhile, Elliot allows Jake to take care of Charlie while he revises, and Darren returns to his flat to find a surprise waiting for him

Jacqui learns Theresa lied about Des making advances toward her, and she and her bemused boyfriend are reconciled. However, the path to romance proves more difficult for Mercedes, who begins to resent Carmel's renewed relationship with Calvin. Meanwhile, Josh prepares for his plea hearing, and Rhys is racked with guilt when he becomes convinced his brother will be sent to prison

The Hutchinsons receive a visit from the police liaison officer, who tells them the search for Holly has yielded a body. Desperate for answers, Cindy agrees to determine in person whether it is her daughter's. Elsewhere, Sheila prevents Elliot from concentrating on his coursework, and Theresa sabotages Jacqui's relationship with Des

Jake comes under scrutiny from the Press when it becomes clear the police suspect him of kidnapping Holly, and things only get worse when Tom also disappears. Meanwhile, Elliot realises he still has feelings for Sheila, and Jacqui struggles with her guilt after failing to return Des's declaration of love

Darren rushes to tell Cindy where Holly has been hiding, but when he returns, the girl has vanished again. Meanwhile, Jacqui panics when she realises she and Des have been together for six months, and at the Loft, Charlotte takes revenge on Archie by flirting with his date for the evening

The Find Holly campaign steps up a gear with a TV reconstruction, but despite Tony's efforts to get to the bottom of the mystery, Cindy still believes he had something to do with her daughter's disappearance. Meanwhile, Elliot allows Jake to take care of Charlie while he revises, and Darren returns to his flat to find a surprise waiting for him

Omnibus. Ricky warns Duncan not to tell anyone his secret, and is touched when his friend vows to help him look after his ailing father. Meanwhile, Holly's behaviour continues to cause concern in the Hutchinson household, and Dave is forced to take sides when the rest of the students unite against Josh after the crash

The day of the televised appeal arrives, but after making a heartfelt plea for information about Holly's whereabouts, Tony is taken away by the police for further questioning. Meanwhile, Jacqui and Theresa offer Cindy their support, and Gaz is annoyed when his plans to spend some time alone with Lauren are thwarted by the arrival of Spencer

The community rallies to help the Hutchinsons in their search for Holly, and Cindy is shocked when what she believes will be another futile call to her daughter's phone is answered by a mysterious voice. Meanwhile, Ste is hurt when his efforts to turn Rae against Newt lead to the exposure of his violent past

The police become involved in the search for Holly, and Jake worries his past will place him in the firing line. Meanwhile, a guilt-ridden Tony lies about the last time he saw his missing step-daughter. At the Loft, Sasha struggles to come to terms with her memories of the car crash, and Ste competes with Newt for Rae's affections

Tony snaps at Holly when she catches him comforting Theresa, causing the youngster to run away. Meanwhile, tempers flare when Josh returns to the student halls, and when Ricky is detained after school, Duncan secretly heads for the Campbell house to take care of his friend's father

Ricky warns Duncan not to tell anyone his secret, and is touched when his friend vows to help him look after his ailing father. Meanwhile, Holly's behaviour continues to cause concern in the Hutchinson household, and Dave is forced to take sides when the rest of the students rally against Josh after the crash

Omnibus. Josh becomes annoyed by Rhys's seemingly nonchalant reaction to Hannah's departure, and India steps in to mediate between the warring siblings. Meanwhile, Kathleen continues to push the McQueen household to its limits, and Nancy hits the bottle after her break-up with Kris - much to Elliot's chagrin

In the aftermath of the accident, Josh questions whether his drink could have been spiked. However, his suspicions give way to despair when he learns even his mother thinks he is guilty. Meanwhile, following on from Anita's snooping, Duncan sneakily follows Ricky home - and finally learns his dark secret

Josh faces a possible charge of causing death by dangerous driving, and as family and friends turn their back on him, a guilty Rhys becomes his only source of comfort. Elsewhere, Anita jumps to conclusions about Ricky's home life, and Jacqui begins to realise the effect Kathleen's betrayal has had on Theresa

Josh drives his friends to a party, unaware that he is over the limit. With his brother about to make a dangerous mistake, Rhys races to stop him. Meanwhile, Theresa discovers Kathleen has been using a credit card in Tina's name, and is forced to admit her mother has sunk to a new low

Having reconciled with Rhys, it seems Josh's luck is on the rise, and he finally shares a kiss with India. However, his determination to remain sober provides his brother with an ideal opportunity for a prank. Meanwhile, Kathleen asks Theresa to leave the village with her, and a hung-over Nancy begins to regret offering Des a place to stay

Josh becomes annoyed by Rhys's seemingly nonchalant reaction to Hannah's departure, and India steps in to mediate between the warring siblings. Meanwhile, Kathleen continues to push the McQueen household to its limits, and Nancy hits the bottle after her break-up with Kris - much to Elliot's chagrin

Omnibus. Jamie explains to Hannah his urgent desire to leave the village, and when she reveals she plans to accompany him, the Ashworths throw an impromptu farewell party for them. Mercedes is furious after witnessing how cosy Calvin and Carmel are together, and Lauren is beside herself when it appears her family is about to discover her blossoming relationship with Gaz

Rhys is shocked to discover that, despite her ordeal with Jamie, Hannah is still determined to leave the village. Meanwhile, Gaz and Lauren plan a vicious surprise for Anita at the Valentine's Ball, and tempers flare when Leo learns what kind of crowd his daughter has fallen in with

Jamie shows his true colours after his fight with Blue, and Hannah is devastated when Darren pays the price while trying to rescue her. Meanwhile, Gaz turns Lauren against Anita, and Kris tries to prove his counselling skills when Neville worries about Duncan's sexual inclinations

Blue turns up at Hannah and Jamie's hotel room demanding his money, and Darren races to the scene to prevent his estranged wife from being harmed. Meanwhile, last-minute nerves prevent Holly from performing in the talent show, and with the Valentine's Ball looming, Theresa struggles to secure a date

Rhys makes a final attempt to stop Hannah leaving with Jamie, and an embittered Darren reveals their whereabouts to Blue - little realising the consequences of his actions. Meanwhile, Tony and Cindy consider sending Holly to boarding school, and after learning about his kiss with Cheryl, Carmel demands that Calvin admits to any other indiscretions

Jamie reveals to Hannah just how urgent it is that he leave the village, and when she reveals she plans to accompany him, the Ashworths throw the pair an impromptu farewell party. Mercedes is livid when she sees how cosy Calvin and Carmel are together, and Lauren is beside herself when it appears her family is about to discover her blossoming relationship with Gaz

Omnibus. Hannah's new-found stability is placed in jeopardy when her old flame Jamie turns up in the village, but he quickly defies expectations by proving he is a reformed character. Meanwhile, Calvin throws a themed dating event at the Loft, and when Mercedes takes the opportunity to flirt openly with the host, Kris takes matters into his own hands to protect a heartbroken Malachy

A beaten Jamie makes his way back to the village after being dumped in the woods, and when Hannah learns Rhys was responsible, she is pushed deeper into her ex-boyfriend's arms. Elsewhere, Calvin tries to win Carmel back with a romantic gesture, and tensions come to a head in the Hutchinson household - leaving Holly feeling rejected

Calvin's guilty conscience gets the better of him, causing his date with Carmel to come to an abrupt end. Meanwhile, Dominic teams up with Ravi for a new business venture, and Jamie is warned to stay away from Hannah after being abducted and dumped in the woods

Malachy overhears Mercedes trying to drive a wedge between Calvin and Carmel, and decides to set his own plan in motion to get the pair back together. Elliot's exhaustion causes him to miss a deadline, and Rhys enlists Darren's help in his campaign against Jamie

Hannah is mortified when she learns Rhys has attacked Jamie, and Nancy begins to consider whether her friend might benefit from forming a new relationship. Meanwhile, Ravi decides to stop letting his health determine his future by by forming a boxing club, and Sheila lays the blame on Kris and Archie when Elliot continues to struggle with his studies

Omnibus. Cheryl tries to make Gilly jealous, but her plans are thwarted when Rhys informs him Steph has broken up with Fernando. Ste is delighted when Amy invites him over for dinner, and Mercedes gives in to her feelings for Calvin - only for Kris to witness their passionate reunion

Hannah's new-found stability is placed in jeopardy when her old flame Jamie turns up in the village, but he quickly defies expectations by proving he is a reformed character. Meanwhile, Calvin throws a themed dating event at the Loft, and when Mercedes takes the opportunity to flirt openly with the host, Kris takes matters into his own hands to protect a heartbroken Malachy

Haunted by the events of the night before, Sasha confides in Michaela, and the pair return to the scene of the attack to determine the identity of the assailant. Meanwhile, Zak tries to force Hayley to take her pregnancy seriously, and Rhys comes to terms with Hannah's plans to go travelling

Against Calvin's wishes, Sasha arranges an evening of heavy partying at the Loft with her friends. However, the night ends in disaster when she is attacked by a mysterious assailant while searching for Lauren in the deserted village. Meanwhile, Amy gives up her chance of a night out to spend time with Ste and the kids, and Steph struggles to come to terms with Gilly's departure

Gilly considers the prospect of joining the travelling party, and when Kris changes his mind, Zoe's globe-trotting dreams are back on track. Meanwhile, Hannah offers her ticket to Gilly, who hopes to use the trip to get over his feelings for Steph, and in light of her father's new plans, Amy decides to move back in with Ste

A clash with Kris forces Malachy to admit his marriage to Mercedes is over. Hayley's pregnancy is made public knowledge, and while Zak decides to cancel his travel plans to support his sister, Rhys is forced to consider the prospect of fatherhood

Cheryl tries to make Gilly jealous, but her plans are thwarted when Rhys informs him Steph has broken up with Fernando. Ste is delighted when Amy invites him over for dinner, and Mercedes gives in to her feelings for Calvin - only for Kris to witness their passionate reunion

Omnibus. Lauren and Gaz's unlikely relationship causes a stir in the common room, not least for Anita, who is mortified to learn of her best friend's budding romance with her mortal enemy. Meanwhile, Steph's heart melts when she witnesses Gilly's attempts to win back Cheryl, and Tony worries that the success of Cindy's boutique could have devastating consequences for his marriage

With doubts about her impending marriage in mind, Cheryl confronts Gilly about his true feelings. Meanwhile, Steph is forced to reveal her own secret to Fernando. Elsewhere, Hannah tells her friends about her plans to leave the city, and Calvin is crestfallen when his divorce papers come through

The Ashworths plan a day at the beach to celebrate Hannah's release from hospital, but Rhys refuses to join in the fun. Meanwhile, Gilly and Steph confide their worries about their impending weddings, and Malachy reveals to Mercedes he has been saving money for them to move into their own home

Hannah nervously awaits the results of her health assessment, and Sheila draws up a revision timetable for Elliot in an effort to make him spend some time with her. Meanwhile, Gilly is forced to consider the prospect of fatherhood when Leo lets slip that Cheryl is pregnant - believing he would already know

Tony continues to worry about his marriage, and decides to set a trap at the boutique that will prove Cindy still needs his help. Meanwhile, Rhys finally acknowledges the severity of Hannah's condition, only for her to reject his support, and a misunderstanding leads Leo to believe Cheryl is pregnant

Lauren and Gaz's unlikely relationship causes a stir in the common room, not least for Anita, who is mortified to learn of her best friend's budding romance with her mortal enemy. Meanwhile, Steph's heart melts when she witnesses Gilly's attempts to win back Cheryl, and Tony worries that the success of Cindy's boutique could have devastating consequences for his marriage

Omnibus. Newt and Rae try to make amends on their return to school, and Jacqui sets out to frame Kathleen for stealing a gold bracelet - unaware that her ex-convict aunt is already hiding a shameful secret

The day of the lawnmower race arrives, and while Newt questions Rae about her belief that she will die before her 18th birthday, Lauren takes his place in the competition. Meanwhile, after being conned by Kathleen, Cindy enlists India's help in making a success of her new vintage clothes shop

Hayley tries to maintain a stiff upper lip over her pregnancy, but when Charlotte apologises for hitting her, the emotional reunion leads her to admit she is scared of having her baby alone. Elsewhere, Tony reveals he has bought the tanning salon, and Lauren enlists Gaz's aid in ruining Newt's blossoming friendship with Rae

Jacqui and Des are convinced that Kathleen has an unhealthy influence on her daughter, and try to get Theresa to admit her mother told her to steal the laptop. Meanwhile, Newt bonds with Rae while repairing an old lawnmower, and a trip to the Loft leaves the students stunned by an announcement concerning Hayley

Jacqui anxiously prepares to give a talk to Des's drama group, but Kathleen tricks her into believing it has been cancelled and takes her place. Meanwhile, the students return to HCC, and while Hayley resolves to start taking her education seriously, Dave decides the only way to get through the term in one piece is by partying

Omnibus. Gilly finds he is unable to dash Cheryl's dreams by breaking off their engagement, and instead tries to demonstrate why he is not marriage material. Meanwhile, Sheila fumes when she sees Elliot helping Leila prepare for an interview, Nancy returns from Canada to visit Zoe and Hannah in hospital, and Amy leaps at an opportunity to spend less time at home with her children

Leila is given a second chance to take her dream job in Paris, but is heartbroken to learn she must leave without getting the chance to renew her relationship with Elliot. Elsewhere, tensions begin to rise between Malachy and Mercedes, and Lauren is delighted when Cheryl moves back in with the Valentines after breaking up with Gilly

Gilly becomes concerned that Rhys might make a pass at Cheryl, and a misunderstanding involving a pair of knickers convinces him of his bride-to-be's infidelity. Meanwhile, a drunken Darren realises the extent of his feelings for Hannah, and Elliot reveals to Anita and Ravi just how much Leila has sacrificed to look after them

Darren seeks advice from Jack about dealing with Hannah's despair, but when his concerns are met with hostility, he decides to wash his hands of his fragile wife. Mercedes and Calvin make the most of some time alone at the Loft, and Anita begins to realise the dire consequences of her actions when she pays a visit to the hospital

Threats from Rhys cause Darren to break his promise to accompany Hannah to a counselling session. Meanwhile, Gilly reconsiders his relationship with Cheryl, Anita is disappointed when her attempt to throw a house party fails, and Leila learns the job she has applied for is in Paris - forcing her to consider whether she could leave her family behind

Gilly finds he is unable to dash Cheryl's dreams by breaking off their engagement, and instead tries to demonstrate why he is not marriage material. Meanwhile, Sheila fumes when she sees Elliot helping Leila prepare for an interview, Nancy returns from Canada to visit Hannah in hospital, and Amy snaps up an opportunity to spend less time at home with her children

Omnibus. Hannah responds badly to news she will be admitted to hospital and runs away, with Darren and the contents of Steph's till in tow. Meanwhile, Fernando struggles to bond with Tom, and Theresa's mother Kathleen turns up in the village to borrow money - despite letting her daughter down at Christmas

The villagers reel after the previous night's violence. Mike struggles with the knowledge that Sarah was murdered, while Archie and Kris unleash their fury on Charlotte. Elsewhere, an unrepentant Lydia is furious when the police reveal her murderous plans have failed, and Fernando proposes to Steph - prompting Cheryl to announce she and Gilly are also engaged

Hollyoaks: Season 2009 (2009)

Lydia and Zoe engage in a vicious battle of wills, and as the stoke of midnight heralds the New Year, Mike, Dave and Charlotte witness the grisly results of the pair's feud. Meanwhile, Gilly learns that Fernando plans to propose to Steph, and Rhys resolves to party hard and forget his family's troubles

Lydia asks Zoe to meet her at Sarah's grave to confess their new relationship, but when Zoe becomes uncomfortable with the situation, Lydia begins to smell a rat. Meanwhile, despite her reservations, Suzanne allows Darren to speak to Hannah at the hospital, and Frankie unwittingly discloses to Tom that Gilly has an ulterior motive for befriending him

Life on the run proves less than glamorous for Hannah, and when her condition suddenly takes a turn for the worse, Darren is forced to call for help. Meanwhile, Theresa takes Kathleen to Il Gnosh to celebrate their reunion, and bouyed by the ease with which she won Lydia over, Zoe puts the next stage of her scheme into action

Omnibus. Hannah responds badly to news she will be admitted to hospital and runs away, with Darren and the contents of Steph's till in tow. Meanwhile, Fernando struggles to bond with Tom, and Theresa's mother Kathleen turns up in the village to borrow money - despite letting her daughter down at Christmas

Omnibus. The day of the Dog's Sexy Santa competition arrives, and Malachy's feelings of betrayal are only intensified when he sees Mercedes and Calvin competing together. Josh tries to persuade Hannah to come back to the Ashworth family for Christmas, and Myra is spun a tale by Ricky and Duncan when she confronts them about the hamper she supposedly won in the raffle

Christmas Day arrives, but all is not well in the Ashworth household as Rhys confronts Hannah over her refusal to eat the festive meal their parents have prepared. Meanwhile, Cindy spies an expensive gift under the tree, little realising Tony bought it for someone else, and Darren is moved when his family and friends rally round to deliver some festive cheer

Christmas Eve arrives, but festive cheer fails to stop Darren kicking Hannah out when he discovers she lied to him about the return of her illness. With nowhere else to go, she is forced to return to the family home, much to Josh's delight. Meanwhile, Gilly resorts to desperate measures to help Tom get into the yuletide spirit, and Theresa anxiously awaits her mother's arrival - but Myra is convinced her niece will be disappointed

Anita struggles with the knowledge of Hannah's eating disorder, and tells Josh about his sister's problem. However, the memory of the way she betrayed Dave is still fresh, and he accuses the schoolgirl of lying. Meanwhile, Mercedes' willpower is put to the test after she confesses her love for Malachy, and Gilly tries to reveal a secret regarding Father Christmas to Tom

Mercedes is frantic with worry when Malachy fails to return home after the previous night, and enlists Kris's aid in searching for her missing husband. Meanwhile, Duncan and Ricky receive a shock while unwrapping the presents they stole, and Anita uncovers evidence that Hannah's eating disorder has returned while attending a girls' night in

The drama shifts focus for a special edition set six months in the future. The day of Calvin and Carmel's second wedding arrives, but all does not go according to plan as the groom's adversaries gather plot to ruin the event. Meanwhile, Mercedes is forced to face up to the truth

The day of the Dog's Sexy Santa competition arrives, and Malachy's feelings of betrayal are only intensified when he sees Mercedes and Calvin competing together. Josh tries to persuade Hannah to come back to the Ashworth family for Christmas, and Myra is spun a tale by Ricky and Duncan when she confronts them about the hamper she supposedly won in the raffle

Omnibus. The pressure is on for Anita to reveal the truth when Dave barges into the Roy family home demanding she take back her accusations. Meanwhile, a brief encounter under the mistletoe at the Loft proves too much for Calvin and Mercedes to resist, and Lydia grows paranoid that Charlotte will betray her secret

Another encounter with Chrissy causes Loretta to realise her time with the Osbornes has come to an end, and she bids Jake an emotional farewell. Kris tries to prove his worth as a student counsellor by offering advice to Anita, while Calvin and Mercedes finally give in to their feelings - with devastating results

Loretta offers to take care of Tom when he falls ill, only to be overwhelmed when Jake stops by and confesses his feelings for her. Meanwhile, Ricky and Duncan face Myra's wrath after she falls victim to their raffle con, and Theresa is elated to hear about her mother's plans to visit the village for Christmas

Loretta's past continues to catch up with her, and when Steph sets her up to spend time with Jake, a horrific secret from her previous life is revealed. Meanwhile, Rae gets a job at Relish, Ricky and Duncan plan to attend the Loft's Christmas party, and Lauren is appalled when Gaz outperforms her at school

Dave prepares to head home for Christmas, and on seeing him leave, Anita realises the extent of the damage caused by her lies. Meanwhile, Calvin is furious to learn the Dog has stolen the Loft's idea for a sexy Santa contest, and a stranger in the village raises questions about Loretta's past

The pressure is on for Anita to reveal the truth when Dave barges into the Roy family home demanding she take back her accusations. Meanwhile, a brief encounter under the mistletoe at the Loft proves too much for Calvin and Mercedes to resist, and Lydia grows paranoid that Charlotte will betray her secret to Zoe

Omnibus. Mike struggles with the aftermath of the trial, and old habits prove hard to break after he decides to drown his sorrows. Meanwhile, Carmel clashes with Dominic over his enthusiastic approach to decorating for Christmas, and Leila is impressed when she overhears Anita talking about her alleged night of passion with Ricky

Dave is confronted by Ricky at the SU bar about spiking Anita's drink, and Josh is reluctant to believe his friend's pleas of innocence. Meanwhile, Des questions Jacqui about her habit of stealing from the kitchens, only to be given an ultimatum, and Amy expresses her horror at Mike's new living arrangements

Having been discharged from hospital, Anita meets Dave for what she assumes is a date. However, her romantic illusions are quickly shattered, leaving her contemplating revenge. Meanwhile, Mercedes tries to convince herself she no longer has feelings for Calvin, and Zoe plots to unmask Lydia by taking up her offer to move in with Mike

Anita accepts an invitation from Dave to attend the Christmas party at student halls, but her attempts to assert her maturity ultimately lead to disaster. Meanwhile, Gilly continues to feel smothered by Cheryl when she secures a job at The Dog, and Gaz sees an opportunity when he witnesses Jacqui and Michaela stealing vegetables from the school kitchens

Lydia worries she has lost her grip on Mike, and decides to pursue an unlikely alliance with Zoe in an effort to secure his trust. Amy arrives for her first shift at the Loft, but memories of trouble at home cause her to hit the bottle. Meanwhile, Dominic seeks revenge on Carmel after she gives him a fine for joining Ste in a game of football in a no-ball-games area

Mike struggles in the aftermath of the trial, and old habits prove hard to break after he decides to drown his sorrows. Meanwhile, Carmel clashes with Dominic over his enthusiastic approach to decorating for Christmas, and Leila is impressed when she overhears Anita talking about her alleged night of passion with Ricky

Omnibus. The day of Zoe's trial arrives, and while Kris, Nancy and Zak rally round to offer their friend support, Lydia delivers her side of the story to the jury. Meanwhile, Darren spots an opportunity to make amends after Jack's car breaks down in the middle of the village, and Josh is given a chance to impress India when her credit card is rejected at the Dog

Anita is furious to overhear Duncan boasting about Ricky's romantic liaison with her, despite the fact they were unable to consummate their relationship. Elsewhere, Gilly is mortified when he realises Cheryl believes they are now officially a couple after their night of passion together

With the verdict of Zoe's trial due, Mike unexpectedly takes the stand to deliver a conclusive assessment of the circumstances that led to Sarah's death. Meanwhile, Gilly finds himself unexpectedly drawn to Cheryl after attending a dance class, and having made up with Theresa, Anita resolves to take her relationship with Ricky to the next level

Zoe is finally given a chance to provide her side of the story surrounding Sarah's death, but is left bewildered by a barrage of questions from the prosecution. Meanwhile, Charlotte is tormented by Lydia's revelations, and Gilly's attraction to Steph is reinforced after he begins to feel smothered by Cheryl's over-zealous affections

Charlotte sneaks into the courtroom despite being ordered to keep away from the trial, only to spot a gaping hole in Lydia's story. Meanwhile, Gilly misinterprets an invitation to a Caribbean-themed dinner with the Valentines, and India's first day working at the Dog ends with Rhys humiliating Josh

The day of Zoe's trial arrives, and while Kris, Nancy and Zak rally to offer their friend support, Lydia delivers her side of the story to the jury. Meanwhile, Darren spots an opportunity to make amends when Jack's car breaks down in the middle of the village, and Josh is given a chance to impress India when her credit card is rejected at the Dog

Omnibus. When the hospital recalls Mercedes for another check-up, she is convinced she has contracted HIV. As Calvin comforts her, she makes him promise not to tell Malachy about her concerns. Newt announces he has decided to leave school, and his increasing paranoia pushes him to start a fight with Gaz. Elsewhere, Darren arranges a family day at the Dog

Mike begins to doubt Zoe's guilt after visiting her in prison, and Lydia struggles to keep her cool when he suggests they search for Sarah's missing diary. Mercedes takes action to suppress her feelings for Calvin on her wedding anniversary, and Hannah tries to persuade Darren to stop being noble and explain to Cindy how he saved Holly's life

Darren organises a festive meal for the Osbornes at the Dog, but disaster strikes when a curious Holly falls foul of a questionable electricity cable. Ste becomes frustrated when Amy chooses to spend time at the Loft with her friends rather than bond with her children, and Dominic plots to get revenge on the students for stealing his goat

Mercedes becomes jealous when she interrupts Calvin with India at the Loft, and Loretta is shocked when Jake asks her to move in with the Osbornes permanently. Meanwhile, Michaela, Josh and Dave play a prank on Dominic by stealing the live goat he has been using to drum up seasonal trade for Il Gnosh

An anxious Mercedes returns to the hospital to learn the results of her blood test, only to discover the lab has lost her sample. Meanwhile, Malachy makes plans for his future, and Loretta impresses the Osborne family with a hasty demonstration of the Heimlich manoeuvre over dinner

When the hospital recalls Mercedes for another check-up, she is convinced she has contracted HIV. As Calvin comforts her, she makes him promise not to tell Malachy about her concerns. Newt announces he has decided to leave school, and his increasing paranoia pushes him to start a fight with Gaz. Elsewhere, Darren arranges a family day at the Dog

Omnibus. Amy returns and though she initially feels frosty toward Lydia, the pair soon bond over a mutual dislike for Zoe. Gaz comes to the defence of Lauren and Theresa when they have a confrontation with the new kids during the school merger, and Newt is shocked when Rae makes an appearance

Newt struggles to accept that Rae is different from how he had imagined, and is hurt when she rips up a picture he drew of her. Hannah worries that Darren's gambling is getting out of control, and confiscates his laptop to help him overcome his addiction. Elsewhere, Lydia tells Charlotte she still loves her

Hannah tries to persuade Neville to give Darren his job back after he is fired from the Dog because of the incident with Tom. At the Barnes house, Amy makes it clear that she feels threatened by Mike and Lydia's close relationship, and Zak offers to be Elliot's personal trainer in an effort to distract him from thoughts of Sheila

Kris gets into an argument with Sheila after she refuses to give him the day off to visit Zoe. She fires him and threatens to sack Elliot, before Zak and other members of the team decide to walk out. Darren's attempt at babysitting ends in disaster when Tom is taken to hospital after drinking a leftover cocktail he found in the Dog, and Jacqui starts work as a dinnerlady at Hollyoaks High

Ste refuses to forgive Amy, despite Natty's attempts to change his mind, and when she visits him at work he ignores her. Lauren becomes angry when she catches Newt spying on Rae from afar, and tells her to leave the school. Elsewhere, Theresa helps Darren do his food shopping

Amy returns and though she initially feels frosty towards Lydia, the pair soon bond over a mutual dislike for Zoe. Gaz comes to the defence of Lauren and Theresa when they have a confrontation with the new kids during the school merger, and Newt is shocked when Rae makes an appearance

Omnibus. When Zak catches Duncan ogling Jacqui and Michaela, he suggests they are running a brothel from Evissa and tells him to ask for a 'special' massage. However, the sisters soon realise their customer has an ulterior motive and plot a painful revenge. Hannah tries to clear her name, telling Leila she was acting in Anita's best interests by giving her the diary, but she fails to convince Nancy she only wrote one letter to Jake

Charlie wanders off while Kris talks to Loretta in the park and Nancy worries that he may be with Jake. Darren cooks a curry for Hannah to welcome her to the flat, but when she tries to thank him with a kiss, he rejects her. Anita feels ashamed that everyone knows about her lie, and tells Ricky she has decided to leave Hollyoaks

Anita tells Suzanne and Rhys she thinks Hannah's eating disorder has returned, but when they question her about it she is furious and asks Darren if she can move in with him. At the HCC disaster re-enactment Nancy and Kris are forced to reconsider the relationships in their lives, and realise they want to be together

Anita feels guilty when she realises Hannah's anorexia is beginning to return, and admits she has been lying about having an eating disorder. Michaela becomes convinced that Zak is a gigolo, and Mercedes takes her to the Dog to confront him, while Jacqui searches for a new job after discovering she failed her business exam

Kris's plans to spend the day in the SU bar are ruined when he discovers Loretta cannot look after Charlie, and he has to care for the child himself. When Frankie accuses him and Nancy of shirking their responsibilities, he decides he has had enough and ends their relationship. Anita continues to lie about having anorexia and manipulates Theresa into being her friend, while Jacqui tries to fiddle the books at Evissa

When Zak catches Duncan ogling Jacqui and Michaela, he suggests they are running a brothel from Evissa and tells him to ask for a 'special' massage. However, the sisters realise he has an ulterior motive and plot a painful revenge. Hannah tries to clear her name, and convinces Leila she was acting in Anita's best interests by giving her the diary, but fails to persuade Nancy she only wrote one letter to Jake

Omnibus. Spencer throws a free party at the Loft, and Dave worries the other students are taking advantage of him. Calvin walks in to find people drinking and playing poker, and demands that everyone leave. At the SU bar, Kris tries to persuade Zak and Elliot to let Archie move back in, while at the Dog, Neville's godson Duncan makes an appearance

Nancy lashes out when she discovers Hannah gave Anita a diary detailing her life as an anorexic, and Jacqui is mortified to discover the photographs she posed for in London have been published in a men's magazine. At Il Gnosh, Tony's veterans event is ruined when Dom reveals their great-grandfather was German, and in the hospital Spencer is treated for first-degree burns

Cindy feels neglected by Tony as he plans a war veterans day at Il Gnosh, and with money occupying her thoughts she takes his grandfather's medals to be valued. Nancy becomes concerned when she notices Anita and Hannah spending increasing amounts of time together, and eventually discovers the reason behind their blossoming friendship. Elsewhere, Mercedes and Calvin argue about their kiss, and the students prepare for bonfire night at the Loft

Malachy tells Mercedes he feels suffocated by her attentions, and she turns to Calvin whose attempts to console her lead to more than friendly conversation. Elsewhere, Cindy is furious when Tony cancels their plans for a night out together, Josh discovers Hayley and Rhys have slept together, and Anita continues to lie to Hannah about having an eating disorder

Sasha continues to compete with Mercedes, and tries to irritate her by asking Malachy to flirt with punters at the Loft. India is publicly humiliated when her washing bag splits, revealing a nasty surprise, and Rhys tries to convince Hayley they should give their relationship another chance

Spencer throws a free party at the Loft, and Dave worries the other students are taking advantage of him. Calvin walks in to find people drinking and playing poker, and demands that everyone leave. At the SU bar, Kris tries to persuade Zak and Elliot to let Archie move back in, while at the Dog, Neville's godson Duncan makes an appearance

Omnibus. Newt returns home from hospital, but is unimpressed to find Jake has also moved back in, and runs away again. Amy continues to struggle with post-natal depression, and panics when she is left alone with Leah and Lucas, while Rhys takes a punch from Fernando after pretending it is he rather than Gilly who has a crush on Steph

Archie is terrified when he finds a dead rat in his fridge, followed by a mannequin in his living room, and decides to confront Lydia, who he believes is responsible for the pranks. A fully recovered Gaz tries to befriend Lauren, but she rejects his efforts and takes her revenge by covering him in paint. At the Loft, Sasha and Mercedes argue over decorations as they prepare for the Hallowe'en party

Newt tries to apologise to Theresa, but she is disturbed to discover he has been following Rae and filming her with his video camera. When Calvin receives more letters from the council complaining about noise and fighting outside the Loft, Malachy persuades him to hire Jake as a bouncer. At the SU bar, Archie tries to find out who is responsible for his prank phone calls

Newt visits Rae at home, and though she does not recognise him, she is intrigued by his belief that he saw her die. Gilly and Cheryl try to make their respective love interests jealous by going on a date, while Anita announces she is moving to Middlesbrough to join her parents

Newt decides to apologise to the old lady he mugged and return her purse, but Lauren, convinced it is a bad idea, looks through its contents and discovers a photograph of Rae. Ravi takes pity on Ste when he is discovered squatting at Relish, and offers him a job as chef at the restaurant, while Steph agrees to let Jake work at Mobs after making an insensitive comment about his chances of finding employment

Newt returns home from hospital, but is unimpressed to find Jake has also moved back in, and runs away again. Amy continues to struggle with post-natal depression, and panics when she is left alone with Leah and Lucas, while Rhys takes a punch from Fernando after pretending it is he rather than Gilly who has a crush on Steph

Omnibus. Loretta moves in with Nancy, but feels guilty about having sent letters to Jake, and Theresa makes things difficult for Anita while staying at the McQueens' house. Dominic decides to go on holiday, so Ste invites Natty to stay at the flat until his housemate returns, and Carmel catches Myra stealing products from Evissa

The day of the funeral arrives, and Lydia decides to confess to Mike, but Amy arrives unexpectedly and the opportunity is lost. Archie confides in DI Fletcher his suspicions, but she is dubious about his story. As a last resort, he gatecrashes the wake and announces that Lydia is responsible for Sarah's death

Archie resolves to help his sister and tells Lydia he is launching a campaign to prove Zoe's innocence. Tony and Cindy return from their honeymoon to find Natty and Ste have transformed Il Gnosh into a burger bar, and fires them both. At the police station, Jake is relieved to discover the charges against him have been dropped

Jake asks Loretta to go for a drink with him, but she turns him down. Instead, he goes out with Malachy and Cheryl, but Calvin and Kris are both intent on ruining his evening. Archie, struggling to deal with his sister's imprisonment, continues to build his conspiracy theory against Lydia, and tells Kris he thinks she is responsible for Sarah's death

Nancy and Kris visit Zoe in prison, where she recounts her story of events and admits she thinks Sarah may have taken her own life. Meanwhile, Natty and Ste decide to reopen Il Gnosh, Gilly has trouble with an industrial carpet cleaner, and Zak becomes jealous when he realises Dave is the focus of Michaela's attention

Loretta moves in with Nancy, but feels guilty about having sent letters to Jake, and Theresa makes things difficult for Anita while staying at the McQueens' house. Dominic decides to go on holiday, so Ste invites Natty to stay at the flat until his housemate returns, and Carmel catches Myra stealing products from Evissa

Omnibus. Ravi and Leila worry about their finances and Newt persuades Anita not to turn herself in to the police. Meanwhile, Jake returns home after an argument with Nancy to find an unwelcome visitor at the flat, and Zak is surprised to discover Elliot has begun working at the call centre. Elsewhere, Nancy and Kris spend a passionate afternoon together

Nancy accuses Hannah of writing to Jake in hospital, and tells her to move out of the flat. Meanwhile, the Roys fail to pay their rent and Neville gives them their notice, leaving Leila to arrange alternative accommodation. At the call centre, Elliot announces that he and Sheila are in a relationship

Anita tries to repair her friendship with Theresa, only for Gaz to cause further trouble between the pair. Elsewhere, Sheila organises a fancy-dress event for the call-centre staff, but her evening is ruined when she is accused by Mercedes of stealing money from the safe. Elliot chases after her, and they end up spending the night together

Leila, Ravi and Anita throw a house party that soon descends into chaos as Elliot starts a fight with Archie, and Theresa takes revenge on Anita by kissing Ricky. Elsewhere, Carmel plans a memorial to mark the first anniversary of Tina's death, but her plans are ruined when Jacqui arrives

Nancy withdraws her statement against Jake when she realises social services could become involved, but Frankie decides to prevent any repercussions by giving up her role as Charlie's guardian. At the call centre, Sheila tries to seduce Elliot, assuming her advances will be reciprocated. However, Leila discovers the pair in a compromising position, and when Elliot chases after her she inadvertently reveals that she slept with Archie

Ravi and Leila worry about their finances and Newt convinces Anita not to turn herself in to the police. Meanwhile, Jake returns home after an argument with Nancy to find an unwelcome visitor at the flat, and Zak is surprised to discover Elliot has begun working at the call centre. Elsewhere, Nancy and Kris spend a passionate afternoon together

Rae plans her suicide pact with Newt, but he is unsure whether to go through with it. When Lauren and Jack finally find him, he throws himself into the dock. Meanwhile, Darren tells Frankie about Jake's outburst, and she is torn between her two sons

Newt struggles to control his schizophrenia, and lashes out at Rae. Realising he will have to live with Eli for the rest of his life, he considers Rae's suggestion of a suicide pact. Meanwhile, Lauren confesses her concerns to Frankie and admits she threw away Newt's medication. The pair head to the warehouse to look for him, leaving Jake and Darren alone in the flat

Archie visits Lydia in hospital and pushes her for information about Sarah's death, but she refuses to help. Newt explains his schizophrenia to Rae, and the pair joke about Eli, but when Lauren arrives his mood suddenly changes and he causes an argument with her. Rae overhears about his relationships with Theresa, Lauren and Anita, and upset, she runs away leaving Newt on his own. Elsewhere, Jake returns to the village to find he is no longer welcome, and is given little support from friends or family

Zoe maintains a tough facade when she is arrested for Sarah's murder, but Archie sees beyond her pretence. Meanwhile, Newt heads back to Hollyoaks with Rae to get more medication, but flees when he sees Jack and Frankie. Despite Eli's attempts to persuade Newt to leave his new companion, he decides he wants to stay with Rae, and the pair share a kiss. Elsewhere, Nancy discovers Jake is due to be released, and warns him to stay away from Charlie

Elliot, Kris and Nancy mourn the death of their best friend Sarah, and Steph receives a message from Jake asking her to visit him. Elsewhere, Newt's mental health deteriorates as Eli convinces him to mug an elderly woman. They then hide in a derelict warehouse, where Newt prevents a girl called Rae from committing suicide

Omnibus. Ravi returns from hospital and struggles to accept support from his family, who announce they are relocating to Middlesbrough. Elsewhere, Hannah receives free tickets to a music concert but has no way of getting there, so she teams up with Rhys and Josh to outwit Neville and gain access to Josh's car

Spencer fires his entire staff shortly before the Loft is due to re-open, but soon relents and rehires them on the condition that they start listening to him. The evening runs smoothly until Hayley publicly humiliates Sasha by broadcasting details of her private affairs to everyone in the club. Elsewhere, Leila struggles to care for Ravi and Anita

Ravi is refused a job at the Dog, and breaks down when he realises he can no longer look after himself. Gilly offers to referee Tom's football match, but the youngster becomes aggressive and kicks the ball at him. Meanwhile, Cheryl resolves Calvin's dispute with Malachy in the hope that he will continue to let her live with him

Mercedes offers her services as a barmaid at the Loft, but when Spencer declines her help she threatens to sue him for Malachy's accident at the club. At the Roys' house, Ravi refuses to move to Middlesbrough when he overhears Bel discussing applying for funding to look after him, and Leila soon finds herself agreeing to live with him and Anita when their parents leave

After an argument with Ricky, and a confrontation with Gaz, Anita decides she should stay and repair her life in Hollyoaks rather than move to Middlesbrough with her parents. Archie, feeling ostracised by his friends, tries to make amends for his recent behaviour, but Zak proves impossible to win round

Omnibus. The freshers settle into their new accommodation and decide to play a game of truth or dare. New student India gets off to a bad start and seeks comfort from Archie, and Josh steals a moped from Mobs. In the hospital, Gaz confesses to Lauren that he cannot remember who attacked him

Archie is held hostage by Ged for a second time, after confessing the kidnapping was a set-up. Josh and Hayley discover a goodbye letter from India, and Theresa searches desperately for money to finance a photoshoot

Neville gives Josh's car away as a competition prize, and Hayley contaminates a pizza with laxatives to discover who is stealing her food. Elsewhere, Lydia persuades Sarah to meet her for a drink and the pair share a kiss, and Kris, Elliot and Zak decide to return the money in exchange for Archie's life, but Zak is badly injured as they try to escape

Zac, Eliot and Archie plan to leave Chester, but Ged kidnaps Archie and threatens to kill him unless his money is returned. Tony forges ahead with plans for the wedding, but Cindy persuades him to reduce his spending, fearing it will jeopardise her plans with Darren. At the Dog, Neville hosts the freshers' ball

A detective visits Eliot's flat and accuses him and Zak of dealing drugs - but they soon discover he is not who he seems to be. Elsewhere, Hayley's attempts to lighten India's mood end in disaster, and Steph is devastated when Gilly inadvertently reminds her she has forgotten Fernando's birthday

The freshers settle into their new accommodation and decide to play a game of truth or dare. New student India gets off to a bad start and seeks comfort from Archie, and Josh steals a moped from Mobs. In the hospital, Gaz confesses to Lauren that he cannot remember who attacked him

Things turn nasty for Anita, Lauren and Newt when Gaz turns up at their rented cottage and orchestrates a game of truth or dare. Elsewhere, Mercedes has to make some important decisions about the future when Malachy is offered a job in Canada, and Elliot and Leila struggle following their break-up

Anita reveals that Gaz tried to video himself attacking her, so Theresa checks his phone to see if she is telling the truth and finds a video of Newt kissing Anita. As Malachy prepares to leave Hollyoaks, Mercedes tells him she does not want to go with him and he gets into a taxi to leave on his own. Meanwhile, Leila admits to Eliot that she slept with someone else

Lauren learns that Gaz has had a seizure and tells Newt she thinks Ricky is responsible for the attack. Archie, feeling guilty after berating Leila for ruining a boys' night out, offers to help her search for her sister Anita, who has disappeared. However, they do not manage to find her, and as Archie comforts Leila back at his flat, the pair end up kissing

Newt is released from hospital after being assessed by a psychologist, but he remains a suspect in the investigation into Gaz's attack. Ste struggles to control his anger when he realises Gaz was responsible for mugging Mercedes, and decides to set him up by stealing jewellery from the McQueens and planting it on him

Newt is questioned by the police about Gav's attack and is forced to admit he has stopped taking his medication. Elsewhere, Malachy receives notification that the start date for the building contract has been brought forward, and Archie tries to make Eliot admit he still has feelings for Leila

Things turn nasty for Anita, Lauren and Newt when Gaz turns up at their rented cottage and orchestrates a game of truth or dare. Elsewhere, Mercedes has to make some important decisions about the future when Malachy is offered a job in Canada, and Elliot and Leila struggle following their break-up

Omnibus. Relationships are strained among the Roys as they try to deal with Ash's revelation and wait for an improvement in Ravi's condition, while Kris and Nancy bond over concern for their friend. Elsewhere, Cheryl leaves Steph in the lurch at Mobs after learning she is being kicked out of halls

Ash's world finally comes crashing down on him after being kicked out of the Roys' house, while Anita plans an adventure with Lauren and Newt. Elsewhere, things become awkward between Josh, Hayley and Rhys, and Cheryl makes herself at home at the Valentines'

Cheryl walks in on Josh and Hayley kissing, leaving the couple terrified that she will tell Rhys. Darren comes to the rescue when Loretta gets locked in the bathroom at Nancy's flat, and Leila confronts her family about the secret while desperately trying to cheer up Anita

Anita is determined to cause trouble when she listens to her MP3 player in Des's class, Darren is left out of pocket at Gnosh after ruining Jack and Frankie's anniversary meal, and Gilly sees an opportunity to get one over on Fernando when he offers to fix Steph's pipes

After being told by Ash not to mention his revelation to their parents, Anita finds a welcome distraction in Ricky and confides in him. Meanwhile, Kris does not take well to Nancy berating him for not doing more to stop Ravi fighting, and Calvin is shell-shocked by Cheryl's amorous attentions

Relationships are strained in the Roy family as they try to deal with Ash's revelation and wait for an improvement in Ravi's condition, while Kris and Nancy bond over concern for their friend. Elsewhere, Cheryl leaves Steph in the lurch at Mobs after finding out she is being kicked out of halls

Omnibus. Ravi makes a date with Loretta, but Leila interferes by warning her about his condition. Elsewhere, a tired and emotional Jacqui ignores the advances of a stranger, and Zoe struggles to defend herself when a furious Carmel confronts her about her TV project

The Roys gather at Ravi's bedside as Ash struggles with his guilt, leading to an argument with Kris that is overheard by Anita. Newt returns for his holiday to find Theresa receiving a lot of attention over her Buff TV shoot, and Leila believes karma is responsible for Ravi's condition

Ravi resolves to fight after losing his temper with Loretta, despite the pleas of his family and Kris. Meanwhile, Carmel prepares for her first day as a cheerleading coach, but is frustrated to find that only one person can do the routine, and trouble brews between Leila and Elliot

Ravi continues to struggle with his temper, apologising to Leila for his outbursts but turns on Ash after seeing him kiss Loretta. Elsewhere, Jacqui worries Myra by applying for a loan so she can track down Max in Italy, and Carmel tries to pass as Theresa in the sixth form but fools nobody

Ravi seeks to regain control of his life by asking Ash to arrange another fight, hoping it will be an outlet for his rage, and Theresa is ecstatic when she is offered a photo shoot in Manchester, but Carmel asks Nancy to persuade the would-be glamour model to stay in school. Elsewhere, Jacqui is secretly devastated over Tony and Cindy's engagement

Ravi makes a date with Loretta, but Leila interferes by warning her of his condition. Elsewhere, a tired and emotional Jacqui ignores the advances of a stranger, and Zoe struggles to defend herself when an furious Carmel confronts her about her TV project

Omnibus. Lydia decides to take control of her relationship with Sarah and suggests they move in together, but is shocked by her reaction. Meanwhile, Abi and Ste decide to run away with Lucas after Mike forbids Ste from seeing his son, and Darren and Cindy try to undermine business at the Dog

Tony and Cindy struggle to communicate with each other about their break-up, with neither being able to admit it may have been a mistake. Meanwhile, Zoe has an attack of conscience over her racy footage of underage Theresa, and Loretta attracts an admirer on her first day at launderette

Cindy questions the nature of her relationship with Tony after an argument makes her think he only wants her body. Elsewhere, Newt's foster family is delighted with his GCSE results, but he is disappointed not to hear from his mother, and Theresa tries to get a job as a model for Zoe's TV project

Lauren and Anita break into school to hunt for their GCSE results and are surprised to discover Newt and Theresa kissing in a classroom. The couple join the search and soon find themselves in the common room ready to steam open the envelopes, before being interrupted by Ricky

Darren sabotages Dom's first day as chef at the Dog but goes too far when he drugs the food, prompting Cindy to question their relationship. Meanwhile, Lydia and Sarah struggle to cope with their feelings after their break-up, and Zoe gets a job at a TV station with a bad reputation

Lydia decides to take control of her relationship with Sarah and suggests they move in together, but is shocked by her reaction. Mike tells Ste he is not welcome at his house and refuses to let him see Lucas one last time, so Ste steals his son and runs away with Abi

Omnibus. With Daniel out of the house, Abi and Ste no longer have to hide their feelings. Malachy spots a sure-fire way to ease his money worries, but his plan is thwarted by his brother. Meanwhile, Gilly regrets agreeing to join Steph and Fernando for a pub quiz when his pride makes him look foolish

Daniel is arrested for child abduction after Ste discovers the truth about his and Abi's scheme. Darren hopes to spend his birthday with Cindy but his attempts to see her end in failure, and Sarah confides in Charlotte, leaving Lydia feeling excluded

Elliot returns from Wales to find Kris and Zak have launched a fitness class. Feeling miserable about being deceived by his father, he turns to alcohol and begins to sabotage their plans. Ste takes Lucas to the park to say a final goodbye before handing him over to Daniel, and Josh lies to his parents about his exam results

Daniel continues to drug Ste and finally persuades him to give up Lucas for adoption. Josh worries about his future, and his fears are confirmed when he receives a rejection letter from his chosen university. Elsewhere, Hannah decides to throw Darren a surprise birthday party

Daniel confronts Abi when he discovers she has stopped drugging Ste, and feeling under pressure, she confesses to having kissed him the previous night. Gilly fails to repair Steph's broken dance shoes, and in a grand gesture of love decides to buy her a new pair, but Fernando tries to outshine him

With Daniel out of the house, Abi and Ste no longer have to hide their feelings. Malachy spots a sure-fire way to ease his money worries, but his plan is thwarted by his brother. Meanwhile, Gilly regrets agreeing to join Steph and Fernando for a pub quiz when his pride makes him look foolish

Omnibus. Leila organises a reunion between Elliot and his father, but panics when Kris warns it is a bad idea. Cindy tries hard to get back into Tony's good books, and Steph struggles to keep her relationship with Fernando professional

Leila's good intentions end in disaster when Elliot finally learns the truth about his half-brother. Ste grows closer to Abi when he opens his heart to her in a tender moment, while Steph calls on Gilly's culinary expertise to help her prepare a Spanish feast at the Dog

Elliot wins the science award and decides he wants to spend his prize money on a family holiday, but Leila has discovered Gareth's lies. Despite Daniel's efforts to take his girlfriend's mind off children, Abi cannot stop thinking about Lucas, and Gilly tries to gain Steph's affection

Despite instigating the reunion between Elliot and his father, Leila begins to doubt Gareth's intentions. Abi gives Daniel an ultimatum, furious after learning of his deceit. Meanwhile, Gilly is left brooding when Steph asks him to babysit so she can go out on a date with Fernando

Leila's role as peace-maker between Gareth and his son seems to pay off, when Elliot's knowledge impresses his father. Daniel interviews a potential foster couple for Lucas, but worries as Abi's attachment to the baby grows. Meanwhile, Steph feels uncomfortable after preparing a meal for Fernando

Leila organises a reunion between Elliot and his father, but panics when Kris warns it is a bad idea. Cindy tries hard to get back into Tony's good books, and Steph struggles to keep her relationship with Fernando professional

Omnibus. Darren and Rhys go head to head in an effort to seek Neville's approval, although Darren's scheming nature seems sure to win favour with his father-in-law. Zoe delivers harsh words to Kris that strike a chord, and Cindy and Tony grow closer

Darren's love life becomes ever-more complicated when Cindy finds out he spent the night with Hannah. Jacqui desperately tries to find clues of Russ's whereabouts in his postcard, and Josh's performance at the gig attracts an unexpected admirer - Hayley

Upset that all the McQueens are helping Carmel with Evissa, Jacqui tries to cause a rift within the family by getting Theresa to steal from the salon. Tony puts an end to his relationship with Cindy after having time to cool off, and Rhys, Josh and Hannah begin to miss being at home

Dom's interference in Cindy and Tony's relationship causes problems, so she finds comfort in the arms of Darren. Elsewhere, Rhys finds a unusual place to stay after Hayley throws them out of halls, and Jacqui tries to get one over on Carmel by hiring Myra

Michaela and Zak help Carmel with the preparations for the reopening of Evissa and come up with a plan to get Jacqui to speak to her sister again. Meanwhile, Kris's promotion goes to his head, Rhys is still reeling from being sacked, and Tony questions the pace of his relationship with Cindy

Darren and Rhys go head to head in an effort to seek Neville's approval, although Darren's scheming nature is sure to win him Brownie points with his father-in-law. Zoe delivers harsh words to Kris which do not fail to strike a chord, and Cindy and Tony grow closer

Omnibus. Calvin begins his role as a security guard, but it is soon apparent that he cannot leave Spencer in Leo's care. Daniel works to keep Ste under his roof, persuading Gilly not to rent out his apartment. Meanwhile, Loretta feels despondent about her career following her accident

Kris enjoys dishing out orders to Zak and Zoe in his new job - who are angered by his insensitivity. Daniel's intentions to steal Lucas come close to realisation as Mike and Ste unknowingly play into his hands. Meanwhile, Calvin loses patience with Spencer

Mercedes ventures to the Loft and gives Calvin a piece of her mind - who responds with an intriguing offer. Cheryl continues with her plans to woo Calvin, and ends up neglecting to look after Spencer. Elsewhere, Mike hits out at Ste

Cheryl lusts after Calvin and wiles away the hours dreaming of the possible life they could enjoy together. Malachy injures himself working, but his colleagues are fearful of touching him. Meanwhile, Kris is put in charge of the call centre and Abi pines for a family of her own

Pushed to breaking point, Natty loses his cool and hurts Daniel. Malachy looks to have found work helping to reconstruct the Loft when he finds out the people currently working on the job are cowboys. Meanwhile, Sarah and Kris go for the same vacancy when the graduates are feeling strapped for cash

Calvin begins his role as a security guard, but it is soon apparent that he cannot leave Spencer in Leo's care. Daniel works to keep Ste under his roof, persuading Gilly not to rent out his apartment. Meanwhile, Loretta feels despondent about her career following her accident

Omnibus. Lauren does her best to make Theresa look foolish in front of Frankie, but her efforts are to no avail. Meanwhile, Zak, Archie and Kris watch one another like hawks around the money, but Elliot's movements go unseen as he heads out with stolen cash to pay Leila's fine

The Roys comfort one another after Ravi's turn for the worse, not wanting to think about the future. Loretta takes a shine to Gilly at the Student Union, but her night ends in disaster when she falls off the bar. Meanwhile, Lydia grows jealous when she sees Sarah looking friendly with Rhys

Ash allows Ravi's fight to go ahead, too cowardly to speak up in front of the organiser. Meanwhile, Anita is shocked when Rhys confronts Ricky with the cannabis found in his bag, and Nancy is intent on getting the gossip on Loretta's love life

Kris plans to stop Ravi fighting, as the boxer sets his sights on participating in another match to impress his brother. Meanwhile, Zak works with Hayley to steal the money, Wade dumps Lauren and Ricky manages to hold Anita's interest - despite his immaturity showing through

Lauren is uncertain about taking her relationship with Wade to the next stage, although her boyfriend is keen. Elsewhere, Archie cannot restrain himself and squanders his share of the money in the pub, and Kris offers Ravi a way out of fighting again

Lauren does her best to make Theresa look foolish in front of Frankie, but her efforts are to no avail. Meanwhile, Zak, Archie and Kris watch one another like hawks around the money, but Elliot's movements go unseen as he heads out with stolen cash to pay Leila's fine

Omnibus. Natty hears that Ste has been sacked and heads to his flat - only to be intercepted by Daniel along the way. Elsewhere, Spencer withdraws some cash and offers it to Calvin in the hope of easing his money worries, while Steph finds a kindred spirit in Dom

Desperate to earn extra cash, Calvin agrees to take on Ravi in the street fight - but the boxer proves a formidable opponent, and ends up packing a mean punch. Afterwards, Kris becomes suspicious of Archie and is reluctant to leave the money in his possession

Despite going out of his way to make Cindy jealous, Darren is taken aback when she reveals her plans to marry Tony. Elliot tries to think logically about how to treat Warren's cash, Newt endures a family meal with the McQueens and Ravi begins training for the fight - with Jack on board as his mentor

Daniel and Abi determine to bring Ste within their grasp, threatened by his plan to take Lucas to live with Mike. Meanwhile, Tony worries about Cindy's motives for being with him, Archie makes a fortunate discovery and Dom is left heartbroken after Steph's matchmaking plans go awry

Zak decides to move out in an effort to gain his own space, but a misunderstanding leads Michaela to jump to conclusions. Ste worries he will not be able to look after Lucas properly, but letting Natty move in to help proves dangerous, while Darren will not leave Hannah alone

Natty hears that Ste has been sacked and heads round to his flat - only to be intercepted by Daniel along the way. Elsewhere, Spencer withdraws cash and offers it to Calvin in the hope of easing his money worries, while Steph finds a kindred spirit in Dom

Omnibus. Hannah and Darren are cornered by the Ashworths on their return from Denmark, forcing them to admit their surprise nuptials. Mercedes seizes an opportunity to earn extra cash by entering Malachy into a gladiator competition - despite her worries for his health. Meanwhile, Sasha and Calvin bond

Leo looks on as guilt and anxiety tear his family apart, but Carmel's kindness improves the Valentines' outlook. Cheryl causes further problems for Zak and Michaela, but with a new job on the cards her presence looks set to continue. Meanwhile, Frankie lends her daughter a shoulder to cry on

Despite Abi's worries that Ste is in a bad way, she is unable to convince Daniel to stall his plans to ruin the young man. Elsewhere, Spencer is distraught when his dreams of running away with his brother are shattered, Michaela's jealousy causes a fight and Malachy lays down the law with Cheryl

Under the influence of Ash, Spencer persuades Calvin he wants to sell The Loft. Malachy rouses Mercedes' fury when he admits that he did not visit the doctor, but after encouragement from Kris and Cheryl he overcomes his pride. Meanwhile, Hannah rebels against her family

Although Hannah is regretting their shot-gun marriage, Darren believes it could help him retrieve his claim on The Dog. Meanwhile, Malachy may be hiding something from Mercedes, Michaela is miffed as Zak is in high demand with the ladies and Ash seems on a mission to dupe Spencer

Hannah and Darren are cornered by the Ashworths on their return from Denmark, forcing them to admit their surprise nuptials. Merecedes seizes an opportunity to earn extra cash by entering Malachy into a gladiator competition - despite her worries for his health. Meanwhile, Sasha and Calvin bond

Omnibus. Rhys feels down on his luck when the chances of a reconciliation with Hayley look out of reach. Hannah seizes the opportunity to humiliate Ash, while Theresa and Newt's romantic camping plans are thwarted when Anita arrives with Lauren and Ricky in tow

Sasha struggles to cope with her grief on the day of Warren's funeral, although Spencer is lifted by his brother's parting message. An unwelcome visitor interrupts Mercedes as she tries to nurse her husband back to health, while Theresa is furious to discover Newt has met Lauren

Hannah turns up at the SU Bar on the arm of a rock singer, claiming she wants to accompany him to Denmark, leaving Gilly and Zoe shocked at their friend's new carefree attitude. Elsewhere, Jack offers Newt's services when Steph needs help at her dance class

Jealousy causes rifts within the group on the camping trip, as Lauren uses Wade to attract Newt's attention. Josh works hard to impress new friend Dave on a night out, confidently approaching girls and asking them for their numbers. Meanwhile, Hannah misjudges Gilly's intentions

Hannah decides she needs to revamp her image after feeling mollycoddled for too long. The gang experiences pangs of insecurity in the woods and Ricky heads off into the thicket alone to gain kudos. Meanwhile, Rhys and Hayley tire of playing games and Josh is in a fragile state

Rhys feels down on his luck when the chances of a reconciliation with Hayley look out of reach. Hannah seizes the opportunity to humiliate Ash, while Theresa and Newt's romantic camping plans are thwarted when Anita arrives with Lauren and Ricky in tow

Omnibus. Kris worries about Ravi's dizzy spells and persuades his friend to go to the doctor, but neither of the men is prepared for the diagnosis. Elliot decides to take Leila out for a romantic vegetarian picnic in an effort to alter her distant behaviour, while Cindy manages to impress Tony

The McQueens support Zak at his graduation, and he surprises everyone by achieving a first-class grade. Elsewhere, the gang plots revenge on Adrian after he reveals to Zoe's parents how she failed her degree, while Kris shares an emotional reunion with his mother

Kris gives a heartfelt speech at Archie's party as he realises his student days are coming to an end, and Zoe is reconciled with Sarah. Darren frantically searches the village for a date to prove to Cindy that he is over her, and Newt feels guilty about his attraction to Theresa

Darren's jealousy is roused when he spots Cindy and Dom in a compromising position on the floor of Il Gnosh. Leila and Elliot receive some welcome news, while Zak finally gets to see a more sensitive side to his brother when the soldier learns he is due to go back to Afghanistan

Elliot is shocked by the prospect of fatherhood when Leila reveals she might be pregnant as her period is late. Meanwhile, Kris seems to be the only person Ravi can confide in as people in his family seem to have no time to listen, and things hot up between Tony and Cindy

Kris worries about Ravi's dizzy spells and persuades his friend to go to the doctor, but neither of the men are prepared for the diagnosis. Elliot decides to take Leila out for a romantic vegetarian picnic in an effort to alter her distant behaviour, while Cindy manages to impress Tony

Omnibus. Anita believes she has been stood up when her chat-room boyfriend fails to meet her - little does she know he was in hiding and has witnessed Newt and Theresa kissing. Elsewhere, Hayley and Rhys find an affectionate way to settle their differences and Nancy lifts Zoe's spirits in The Dog

Ash cannot seem to get things right with his family, as his unthinking behaviour continues to isolate him from those he loves. Elsewhere, Rhys has no sympathy for Josh when his hopes are dashed, Newt and Theresa share some time alone together, while Zak, Kris and Zoe get their exam results

Ash does not take well to Ravi's banter and tries to ruin Ravi's growing friendship with Caleb by telling the soldier of his brother's bisexuality. Lauren reaches breaking point with her exam stress, Josh proceeds with his plans to push Hayley out of the band and Zoe decides to preserve her dignity

Josh determines to make the band a success and begins wondering whether having the lead singer in a wheelchair hinders their chances. Meanwhile, mistaken identity causes problems for Anita when her dream man turns out younger than she had hoped and Newt and Theresa's secret kiss is nearly exposed

Anita believes she has been stood up when her chat-room boyfriend fails to meet her - little does she know he was in hiding and has witnessed Newt and Theresa kissing. Elsewhere, Hayley and Rhys find an affectionate way to settle their differences and Nancy lifts Zoe's spirits in The Dog

Omnibus. A music promoter agrees to hear the Somethings play, but when Lydia is drawn away by family commitments, Josh is forced to turn to Rhys to take her place on the drummer's stool. Meanwhile, Lauren and Anita's continued rivalry pushes Newt closer to Theresa, and Kris tries to comfort Zoe as she considers Adrian's offer

A visit from her father leaves Zoe feeling ashamed of her actions, but an indecent proposal from Adrian presents her with a chance to save her degree. Josh and Hayley grow closer while baking a birthday cake for Lydia, and at Il Gnosh, Cindy increases her efforts to secure Tony's affections

Zoe receives good news in the form of an acceptance letter for film school, but her hopes are quickly dashed when a furious Mike confronts her about stealing his script. Josh fills Lydia in on the Barnes family history, while Daniel and Abi further their campaign to convince the village Ste is an unsuitable father

After watching Zoe's film, Sarah confronts her father, demanding he admits the truth about their past, but Mike is more concerned about discovering how his most secret feelings were brought into the open. Meanwhile, the day of Tony's charity event arrives, but Darren's overbearing arrogance as advertising manager puts several noses out of joint at Il Gnosh

Worried by the prospect of Mike being allowed to babysit Lucas more often, Daniel sets out to sabotage Ste's chances of enrolling on a Higher National Diploma course. Meanwhile, Michaela reconciles with a grieving Sasha, and Zoe is horrified when Adrian proposes showing her film in the SU bar

Omnibus. Unable to confide in her friends, Sasha turns to alcohol for comfort as she struggles to deal with Warren's death. Meanwhile, Lydia finds a way to bond with her girlfriend's father, Tony lifts Darren's spirits by offering him work at a charity event, and Caleb learns that Zak has lied about attending a TA training camp

Calvin comes to his sister's rescue when Sasha runs into Clare, but the policeman is later racked with guilt as he misses the opportunity to keep to his pact with Carmel and confess his role in Warren's death. Elsewhere, Anita realises that she has been left out once again

Hannah is inconsolable after Justin's departure and promptly decides to move out - much to the dismay of her family. Carmel and Calvin confide in one another and make a pact of honesty, while Anita is uncomfortable with her friends' intentions not to sit their exam the next day

Jacqui is furious with Carmel for allowing Russ to take Max, and the sisters set out to find him. Meanwhile, Justin leaves Chester alone, refusing to drag Hannah into a life on the run, and Nancy makes a spontaneous proposal to a stunned Russ in the hope of making him stay

Despite Rhys's efforts, Hannah still manages to say goodbye to Justin as he prepares to leave the village, but begins to rethink whether Chester can still be her home without her boyfriend. Elsewhere, Russ takes advantage of Carmel's kindness and Calvin worries for Sasha

Omnibus. Justin visits Hannah in hospital after Russ offers him a ray of hope, but the Ashworth boys are determined Justin was to blame for the accident. Meanwhile, Sasha finds it difficult to come to terms with Warren's death and Carmel tries to comfort a heartbroken Spencer

Omnibus. Warren's rage boils over when he sees the village is covered in posters labelling him a murderer. Hannah and Justin's happiness appears to be on shaky ground and Zak sweeps Michaela off her feet with a romantic gesture - only to be interrupted by a surprise visitor

Tragedy strikes when Hannah interrupts Warren's torture and Clare decides to cut her losses and set the Loft alight. After Justin manages to spot his girlfriend's body amid the flames, Warren's chances of rescue seem to disintegrate. Meanwhile, Nancy is tempted into the arms of another man

Calvin is forced to make a life-or-death decision after finding Warren tied up in the Loft. Upon packing her bags for the getaway, Hannah is puzzled about Justin's whereabouts when he is not at his flat. Meanwhile, Cindy's harsh words resonate with Darren and set him on a mission of justice

It is judgement day for Warren when he finds himself blindfolded and tied up in the Loft. Meanwhile, Hannah is excited when Justin asks her to move away with him - although she is unaware of his reasons. Concerned for her health, Hannah's family tries to detain her. Elsewhere, Jack learns the truth about Darren

Hannah feels increasingly isolated when Ash refuses to admit to planting food in her room, while Warren's desperation to have the loft burned down pushes him to issue extreme threats to Justin and his girlfriend. Elsewhere, Zak is under pressure to increase his fitness

Omnibus. Warren's rage boils over when he sees the village is covered in posters labelling him a murderer. Hannah and Justin's happiness looks to be on shaky ground and Zak sweeps Michaela off her feet with a romantic gesture - only to be interrupted by a surprise visitor

Omnibus. Mike gives Ste the chance to take care of the kids for a day after he hears Abi's encouraging remarks. Zak and Archie steal Zoe's laptop and in her shock, she admits to plagiarism. Meanwhile, when Gov drops his keys to the exam papers' cupboard, Anita sees an opportunity to get revenge

A detention leads to reconciliation for Anita and Lauren, giving the gang the opportunity to enjoy a happy half-term. Meanwhile, Michaela breaks up with Zak after she learns about his and Zoe's kiss, Tony acts bravely to save his son and Nancy struggles to conceal her emotions

Anita grows upset when she is forced to tell her father that she stole the exam papers, but her mood is lifted when Gov shows compassion. Zoe's feelings of loneliness are only compounded when Mike rejects her offer of a drink, and Dom misses Loretta

Ste manages to get some time alone with Lucas when everyone else seems too distracted to take proper care of his son. Zoe feels vulnerable and tries to kiss Zak when she mistakes his concern for something more, Jacqui and Tony find some common ground and Russ has harsh words for Nancy

Gov announces a random locker search and an anxious Anita is forced to admit her deception to Lauren. Zoe turns to alcohol as her project deadline looms and she worries for her future, while Ste's reliability is in doubt when Sarah catches him drinking beer when babysitting Leah and Lucas

Mike gives Ste the chance to take care of the kids for a day after he hears Abi's encouraging remarks. Zak and Archie steal Zoe's laptop and in her shock, she admits to plagiarism. Meanwhile, when Gov drops his keys to the exam papers' cupboard, Anita sees an opportunity to get revenge on Lauren

Omnibus. Jacqui is incensed to receive a letter from Russ's solicitor threatening to take custody of Max, and only makes things worse when she loses her self-control. Ash spots the perfect opportunity to stir up trouble, Cindy asks Darren some probing questions and Sasha moves in with Warren

Justin confesses to Hannah how he helped to move Sean's dead body. Touched by his honesty, Hannah agrees to stick by him. Dominic discovers that Loretta is being unfaithful, Anita is humiliated on her return to school and Sarah tries to get more private time with Lydia

Hannah suffers a relapse of her eating disorder when she feels as if everyone is turning against her, while Justin agrees to Warren's request. Elsewhere, Sarah is a nervous wreck before her date with Lydia, although the situation is salvaged when the girls manage to get on well and Darren's plan backfires

Scared by Russ's determination to take Max and start a new life abroad, Nancy delivers an ultimatum to him. Justin and Rhys come to blows and Carmel helps to ease Jacqui's fears about motherhood. Meanwhile, Zoe cannot find the right time to tell her friends she is guilty of plagiarism

After Nancy and Jacqui end up in a scuffle at parents' evening, Russ decides enough is enough and threatens to leave the village with Max. Suzanne worries for Hannah's health when she finds a stash of snacks in her room and Warren resorts to blackmail to stop Justin talking to the police

Jacqui is incensed to receive a letter from Russ's solicitor threatening to take custody of Max, and only make things worse when she loses her self-control. Ash spots the perfect opportunity to stir up trouble, Cindy asks Darren some probing questions and Sasha moves in with Warren

Omnibus. With Calvin suspended from the police force, a suspicious Leo encourages him to confess all. Zak tries to track down a valuable painting for the McQueens and Elliot feels increasingly awkward around Leila. Meanwhile, Russ's hopes of gaining access rights to Max are dashed

As McFly play a gig at the SU Bar tension builds between Justin and Hannah, who finally reveal their feelings before sharing a kiss. Meanwhile, Calvin comforts Carmel after she attacks Warren in the village and Cindy meddles with Darren's madcap business plan

Warren is arrested but gets into a fight with Calvin as soon as he is freed, owing to Mark's discovery that the recording did not work. During the ensuing brawl, Sasha takes sides - much to the policeman's dismay. Nancy and Russ finally disclose their relationship and Elliot thwarts Hannah and Justin's chance to share their feelings

Warren confesses more than Calvin expected to hear. Jacqui tackles Nancy over her treatment of Theresa, and Nancy's attempts to put distance between herself and Russ fall flat as their anger turns into passion. Meanwhile, Ash is confused when more than one person owns up to slashing his van's tyre

Nancy's assessment ends badly when Gaz traps her in a classroom, but luckily Russ acts as her knight in shining armour. Hannah cajoles Justin into attending her family barbecue, Darren is sacked from the Dog when Neville suspects him of theft and Sasha's involvement with Warren deepens

With Calvin suspended from the police force, a suspicious Leo encourages Calvin to confess all to him. Zak tries to track down a valuable painting for the McQueens and Elliot feels increasingly awkward around Leila. Meanwhile, Russ's hopes of gaining access rights to Max are dashed

Omnibus. Josh must make a tough decision for the good of the band, and Sarah tries to use Persephone to get closer to Lydia. Meanwhile, a case of bad communication causes confusion between Leila and Elliot, and Michaela is embarrassed by her mother's rude manners when she tries to impress Mike

Warren is shocked to find he is in Sasha's debt when she reveals her part in the drugs raid. Meanwhile, Elliot comes to Leila's rescue at the DJ competition, Mike is pushed to his limits by the McQueens and Sarah manages to secure Lydia an exclusive interview

Fearing Warren may be at risk, Sasha intervenes in the drugs raid on the Loft, leaving herself open to temptation. Meanwhile, a sleepover prompts Sarah to confront her confusion over her sexuality and leads to Elliot discovering the truth about the extent of Leila's feelings for him

When Mark agrees to let Calvin go ahead with his undercover drugs operation to expose Warren, the police officer feels as though he finally has a chance of getting his life back on track. Meanwhile, the rat infestation at the McQueen household becomes a burden for Mike and relationship talk leads to a daring kiss

Leila invites Elliot over for a dinner date, but is left feeling hurt and humiliated when he unexpectedly flees the house. Lydia opens up to Sarah, Rhys is jealous when the Somethings perform in their first gig without him and Mark suspects Calvin and Warren's friendship is not entirely above board

Josh must make a tough decision for the good of the band, and Sarah tries to use Persephone to get closer to Lydia. Meanwhile, a case of miscommunication causes confusion between Leila and Elliot, and Michaela is embarrassed by her mother's bad manners when she tries to impress Mike

Omnibus. Josh is frustrated as he thinks of the opportunities he has passed up, adding to his sadness at being dumped by Amy, but Rhys has good news to lift his spirits. Meanwhile, Anita behaves rebelliously, Dom's enthusiasm for Loretta's job interview is short-lived and Michaela takes out her frustration on Jacqui

Theresa offers Anita words of comfort when she discovers how troubled her friend has become. Meanwhile, Rhys and Josh are surprised to learn the identity of the mystery vocalist, Zoe steals some new material for a film and Loretta enters into a dubious agreement with Darren

Anita resolves to seek revenge on her father after his insensitivity toward her feelings. Dom reveals the root of his insecurities to Loretta, while Rhys and Josh try to track down a mystery singer. A jealous Mike offers to help Zoe with her project after witnessing Darren's flirtatious behaviour

Anita resorts to desperate measures in an attempt to change herself after Theresa discovers she used her photo. Dom worries for Loretta's safety and decides to follow her, Zoe believes her dreams of film school have been dashed, and Rhys and Josh open auditions for a female vocalist to join their band

Anita decides to use Theresa's photo on social networking sites to make herself more popular, but her isolation worsens when she discovers Lauren had a part to play in her bullying. Dom has a nasty run-in with a punter from Loretta's club and Kris unwittingly becomes the manager of a new band

Josh is frustrated as he thinks of the opportunities he has passed up, adding to his sadness at being dumped by Amy, but Rhys has good news to lift his spirits. Meanwhile, Anita behaves rebelliously, Dom's enthusiasm for Loretta's job interview is short-lived and Michaela takes out her frustration on Jacqui

Omnibus. Leila believes Justin is innocent and suspects Ash is to blame for the motorbike accident when his story fails to add up. Meanwhile, Ste takes parenting advice from Daniel, determined to convince Mike and Amy he wants to be a proper father to Lucas, and Malachy and Mercedes hatch another money-making scheme

Despite Ste's positive efforts, Lucas's naming ceremony does not go to plan, and things worsen when Josh arrives bearing bad news. Meanwhile, Jacqui is incensed and promptly moves out when she hears Russ being critical of her to Nancy, and Dom is upset by Mercedes' predictions for his future

Mike is angered when Ste reveals his intentions to give baby Lucas his surname. Hannah is sure that she wants to be with Justin, but he feels the recent problems concerning Ash may be too much to overcome. Meanwhile, Nancy and Russ enjoy a night in together, and Mercedes and Michaela try their hand at fortune-telling

Hannah is enraged with Ash for telling her mother that she has not been eating, while Justin finally gets his chance to plead his innocence when he meets Hannah in the SU Bar. Abi's presence as a mediator seems to benefit Ste, Nancy receives good news and Carmel's Christian fervour remains strong

Leila visits Hannah in hospital in an effort to convince her of Justin's innocence, while Suzanne is determined that Justin will be charged. Ste is upset when Josh gloats to him about being trusted to watch Lucas for the day and Frankie shares her reservations about Nancy spending time with Charlie

Leila believes Justin is innocent and suspects Ash is to blame for the motorbike accident when his story fails to add up. Meanwhile, Ste takes parenting advice from Daniel, determined to convince Mike and Amy he wants to be a proper father to Lucas, and Malachy and Mercedes hatch another money-making scheme

Omnibus. Mike is left to tend to baby Lucas when he arrives at the hospital and learns that Amy has disappeared. He later agrees visiting rights with Ste, leaving Josh out in the cold. Theresa's best intentions for Anita go wrong, Michaela unleashes her romantic side and Nancy is put in her place by Ash

With Hannah suffering in hospital following the bike crash, Ash tries to avoid taking responsibility by pushing the blame on to Justin and gets him into more trouble by convincing Rhys to lie. Meanwhile, Carmel experiences a surprising confirmation of faith while making a Good Friday dinner and Nancy loses her patience with Jacqui

On the day of the bike race, Ash takes his rivalry with Justin one step too far, and Hannah is involved in an accident while trying to prove she is more than a pretty face. Elsewhere, Gaz continues to bully Anita and Bel loses her patience when Carmel takes over her kitchen

Russ begins to question whether his involvement in Max's life is enough, and when he finds Jacqui with his son in Tan and Tumble he sees an opportunity to put things right. Elsewhere, Justin and Hannah's shifts together bring them ever closer, while Anita is convinced Gaz has changed - until she agrees to meet with him

Anita's plan to finally prove that she is not a bully backfires when Lauren discovers her words are being recorded, leading Anita running into an unlikely hero. Meanwhile, a rat causes havoc for the McQueens, Rhys cannot come to terms with Hayley's disability and Justin's hatred for Ash grows

Mike is left to tend to baby Lucas when he arrives at the hospital and learns that Amy has disappeared. He later agrees visiting rights with Ste, leaving Josh out in the cold. Theresa's best intentions for Anita go wrong, Michaela unleashes her romantic side and Nancy is put in her place by Ash

Omnibus. Lauren's isolation drives her to take drastic action to get Newt's attention as she becomes increasingly jealous of his relationship with Anita. Meanwhile, Ste is overcome by the prospect of fatherhood, Archie resumes his efforts to win Sarah over, and Sasha comes to terms with her break up

Amy's waters break while Josh is out having fun at the prom. Josh is horrified on hearing the news and reels with the pressure, fleeing and leaving Amy to greet her newborn with Ste by her side. Meanwhile, the Roys' Ram Navami does not go according to plan when Ravi comes out to his family - with unexpected results

Sarah admits she is attracted to Lydia and reveals that she planned for them to share a kiss. Meanwhile, Amy begs Josh to forgive her for her infidelity and is willing to promise anything to put his mind at ease, and things hot up between Ravi and Kris

Sarah is confused when a passionate dance with Lydia, intended to make Archie jealous, backfires and the two girls end up sharing a kiss. Josh lets his temper get the better of him with Ste, Lauren's manipulation of Newt begins to make Anita feel anxious, and sexual tensions smoulder between Leila and Elliot

Archie's chance to impress Sarah finally arrives when he plays in the international bowls friendly, and Amy allows Ste to comfort her at a vulnerable moment when he tells her that Josh is in the pub. Newt thaws toward Lauren when he sees how upset she is and gets Anita to join him in helping her

Lauren's isolation drives her to take drastic action to get Newt's attention as she becomes increasingly jealous of his relationship with Anita. Meanwhile, Ste is overcome with a yearning for responsibility, Archie resumes his efforts to win Sarah over, and Sasha comes to terms with her break up

Omnibus. Ravi suggests an unconventional arrangement when he discovers that both he and Nancy have been having an affair with Kris. Justin feels let down by Hannah once again when she drops him in favour of seeing Nancy, and Darren concocts a plan to win back Cindy's affections

Anxious about Warren's cold behaviour and threatened by the thought of Louise returning with his baby, Sasha issues Warren with an ultimatum - one he does not take kindly to. Meanwhile, Kris's affections are in turmoil when Nancy knocks him back, and Steph's plans for a dance DVD go awry

Although Calvin is keen to keep Warren on his side, Sasha accidentally spills information that looks set to tip the balance and scupper Calvin's designs on revenge for good. Meanwhile, Nancy decides she has had enough of her unconventional relationship, and Tom clinches a deal for Steph

Sasha's relief at Carmel coming back to Evissa is short-lived as her secret liaisons with Warren seem set to be discovered. Justin lets his pride overrule common sense once again as he agrees to put a wager on his race with Ash - despite Hannah's objections - while Steph's affections grow for Fernando

When Calvin sees Warren spending more time around Sasha he becomes anxious, steeling his resolve to seek revenge once and for all. Justin accepts a foolish challenge against Ash in an effort to please Hannah, Steph is smitten by a dance teacher, and Nancy feels uncomfortable in her new relationship

Ravi suggests an unconventional arrangement when he discovers that both he and Nancy have been having an affair with Kris. Justin feels let down by Hannah once again when she drops him in favour of seeing Nancy, and Darren concocts a plan to win back Cindy's affections

Omnibus. Unable to get through to Ash, Hannah calls Justin for help when a car mechanic's behaviour turns sinister, but Ash scuppers his plans to come out as the knight in shining armour yet again. Carmel and Warren exchange home truths, Elliot sees a chance to make Leila his own, and Lauren feels excluded

Newt's plans for a romantic evening alone with Anita are ruined, and Cindy is dismayed to find out about Darren's employment as a toilet attendant at the Dog. Jacqui is thrilled when the plans for a better future begin to come together, and Nancy witnesses a shocking close encounter

Nancy confesses her affair to Russ - who in turn shares surprising information of his own with her about Ravi. Meanwhile, Jack sees Darren in a more forgiving light, and Anita comes clean to the class about telling tales on Jack when she sees how badly the situation has upset Newt

Kris comes to Nancy's rescue when she is caught in the crossfire between Jacqui and Russ, confessing his deep feelings for her in the process. Theresa gets her comeuppance when Gov steps in to find out who was to blame for the poetry competition fiasco, and Newt fears for Jack's growing isolation

Leo persuades Lauren to enter a poetry competition at school, but Theresa's meddling leads to her exclusion from the gang once and for all. Ash's smooth ways prove too much for Justin, Carmel makes a tough decision, and Nancy struggles to cope with Kris's attention

Unable to get through to Ash, Hannah calls Justin for help when a car mechanic's behaviour turns sinister, but Ash scuppers his plans to come out as the knight in shining armour yet again. Carmel and Warren have some home truths for each other, Elliot sees a chance to make Leila his own, and Lauren feels excluded

Omnibus. Tony looks to get things at Il Gnosh back to normal and is delighted to be presented with an opportunity to sack Mercedes. Zak and Gilly compete to see which of them is fitter, Elliot sets out to prove auras do not exist, and Rhys buys Josh an early birthday present

Despite Calvin's warnings, Sasha continues to pursue Warren in a bid to forget her birthday disappointment. Justin tries to make things work with Leila and treats her to a meal, although a confession looks set to spoil the mood. Meanwhile, Amy is feeling insecure, and Loretta gives Dom an ultimatum

Sasha pulls out all the stops to attract Warren's attention at her 18th birthday party, using both Sarah and Rhys to suit her own ends. Meanwhile, Amy is shocked when Josh receives a sexy present from Loretta, and a secret kiss comes as a pleasant surprise to Elliot

Amy's jealousy boils over when she spots Josh close to Lydia in the SU bar, and Archie prepares to win back his place in the England squad - hoping Sarah's affections will follow. Meanwhile, Justin thinks that Hannah will see through Ash's flashy gestures but gets a knock-back when Ash seems to come out on top once again

Jacqui is overcome by feelings of nostalgia when she hears that Tony's son is visiting and decides to share her thoughts. Zak goes for the first day of his work placement at Hollyoaks High, Elliot is more than cheered up by Leila's thoughtful actions, and Josh re-thinks his decision to move to London

Tony looks to get things at Il Gnosh back to normal and is delighted to be presented with an opportunity to sack Mercedes. Zak and Gilly compete to see which of them is the fittest, Elliot sets out to prove auras do not exist, and Rhys buys Josh an early birthday present

Omnibus. Calvin tries to convince Carmel not to give up on their marriage, but the sight of her husband meeting Warren proves too much for her. A case of crossed wires leads Leila to believe Justin wants her to move in with him, while Sarah tries to drum up business for Steph's dance school

Mercedes' meat-stealing scam begins to get out of hand, and Tony is horrified to be greeted by chaotic scenes in the kitchen as he makes a surprise return to Il Gnosh. Justin worries that Ste's friend Natty is involved in football hooliganism, while Michaela salutes Zak as a hero

Theresa dons a fake pregnancy bump to steal money as she tries to impress Ste, leaving Amy in the frame when the theft goes wrong. Warren struggles to resist Sasha's seductive advances, but Zak ruins the moment by calling him to Spencer's aid. Holly spots an opportunity to make some money

Sarah drowns her sorrows with Archie when Lydia's sister says she hit her during a dance class. Leila's stay at Justin and Ste's flat gets off to a bad start when her attempts at DIY go wrong, while budding detectives Tom and Holly learn that Mercedes is stealing from Il Gnosh

Sasha endures an unhappy 18th birthday, arguing with Calvin about the breakdown of his marriage - but her mood improves when she steals a kiss from Warren. Leila and Justin mask their concerns as they face the prospect of living together, while Jacqui jumps to conclusions when she sees Theresa has a black eye

Calvin tries to convince Carmel not to give up on their marriage, but the sight of her husband meeting Warren proves too much for her - despite his revelation that he intends to set up his former friend. A case of crossed wires leads Leila to believe Justin wants her to move in with him, while Sarah tries to drum up business for Steph's dance school

Omnibus. Hayley looks forward to her date with Rhys, but he abandons her when he realises she uses a wheelchair. Amy becomes jealous when Josh spends all of his time talking about his new friend Lydia, while Elliot upsets Leila by asking her about seeing auras

Calvin unloads his guilt on Carmel, telling his distraught wife that he has spent months believing he murdered Nige, before planning his revenge on an unsuspecting Warren. Dom tries to rescue his relationship with Loretta after Mercedes' scathing attack on her, while Leila defends Justin when Ash insults him

Calvin is torn apart by guilt as Carmel takes the blame for the failure of the raid on the Loft - and the corrupt officer catches sight of a face from his past. Mercedes is angry to realise Dom has moved on from Tina when she sees him kissing Loretta, while Ste's friendship with Natty grows stronger

Natty tells Ste to try to make Amy jealous, so he decides to feign an interest in Theresa. Calvin is forced to make Carmel seem incompetent to foil a police raid on the Loft, Malachy and Mercedes become ever more desperate for work, and the bond between Leila and Elliot continues to grow

Zak confronts Rhys when he finds out about his behaviour towards Hayley. Amy is shocked when Ste misreads a situation and leans in for a kiss, while Calvin worries about the prospect of Carmel going out on the beat with Mark. Archie continues his effort to woo Sarah by attending a dance class

Hayley looks forward to her date with Rhys, but he abandons her when he realises she uses a wheelchair. Amy becomes jealous when Josh spends all of his time talking about his new friend Lydia, while Elliot manages to upset Leila when he asks her about seeing auras

Omnibus. Jack returns to the village and reacts angrily when he realises Darren has not learned anything from his time in prison. Carmel is dismayed to find her family has embarked on a shoplifting spree, while Warren continues to be plagued by thoughts of Louise

Lauren's frustration at being ignored by Newt turns to anger when she sees him getting close to Anita. Ste worries he will not be part of his baby's life, Sarah offers a helping hand when Steph holds a chaotic dance class at the Loft and Rhys makes a date with Hayley

Newt makes an effort to reconnect with Jack and asks his foster father to give Darren another chance, worried he is on the verge of running away. Hayley is annoyed when Zak tries to set her up with Elliot, Hannah struggles to tell Rhys she has decided to work at the SU bar and Newt puts Anita in a difficult position

Darren is haunted by memories of his time in jail and a spiteful act by Lauren causes him to suffer a panic attack. Gov tries to find out who Anita was drinking with the night before, Warren makes an effort to move on from Louise for Spencer's sake, and Michaela agrees to give up her puppies

Newt is unimpressed with Lauren when she takes advantage of Spencer to get her hands on some alcohol. Carmel threatens to hand the whole McQueen clan over to the authorities after the shoplifting affair, while Darren grows anxious at the thought of moving into Frankie and Darren's old flat by himself

Jack returns to the village and reacts angrily when he realises Darren has not learned anything from his time in prison. Carmel is angry to find her family have embarked on a shoplifting spree, while Warren continues to be plagued by thoughts of Louise

Warren reacts furiously when he receives a Valentine's card apparently from Louise and accuses Spencer of writing it. Michaela and Mercedes vie for privacy at the McQueens', while Matt stuns Hannah with a generous gift. Dom's plans for a perfect evening with Loretta are spoiled by an argument over her profession

Loretta takes care of a bedridden Dom, who pretends his illness is worsening after discovering she is due back at work. Michaela looks forward to introducing Zak properly to her family, Carmel presents herself as a role model for Theresa, and Warren makes an effort to patch things up with Sasha and Spencer

Warren recruits Sasha to help him coax Spencer out of his locked car, and Amy warns her friend against acting on her feelings for the dangerous club owner. Loretta accompanies Dom to see a rare bird that has nested in the village, while Jacqui and Theresa's criminal scheme unravels

Jacqui's hopes of making some illicit cash appear to be dashed when Ash visits the tanning salon, but she is impressed when Theresa embarks on a fruitful shoplifting spree. Calvin faces a moral dilemma, Nancy and Ravi plan a weekend away, and Sarah is full of regret after waking up with Warren

Jealous of Warren's glamorous lifestyle, Calvin decides to undertake one more criminal job for his friend. Kris accidentally manages to push Ravi and Nancy closer together, Sasha is upset when Warren spends the night with Sarah, and Theresa impresses Jacqui

Omnibus. Ste irritates Amy when he turns up to her first antenatal class, but soon manages to bond with fellow dad-to-be Natty. Sarah makes an effort to reconnect with Mike, Sasha's feelings for Warren continue to blossom and Archie teases Zoe about her illicit encounter with Sarah

Ste engineers a meeting between Dom and Loretta in an effort to cheer his boss up. Nancy arranges a night out with Sarah to forget about her complicated love life, so Kris decides to invite Ravi over for a passionate evening. Calvin tries to make things up with Carmel

Desperate for cash after failing to win a promotion at work, Calvin takes on a job from Warren - stealing a car from a sales manager visiting Evissa. Spencer makes a move on Sasha, Natty encourages Dom to give Ste another chance at Il Gnosh and Kris enjoys trysts with Ravi and Nancy

Archie continues his bid to win Sarah over by posting a picture of himself on a billboard. Dom advises Ste to give Pauline another chance, while Calvin waits to see whether he will get a promotion. Amorous pair Kris and Ravi continue their fling - but almost get caught by Warren

Ste's mother turns up on his doorstep with a present for Leah's birthday and when the pair attend the girl's party, chaos ensues. Zoe is faced with an awkward situation as she attends a lecture with Mike and Sarah, while Rhys complains that Josh never spends time with him

Ste irritates Amy when he turns up to her first antenatal class, but soon manages to bond with fellow dad-to-be Natty. Sarah makes an effort to reconnect with Mike, Sasha's feelings for Warren continue to blossom and Archie teases Zoe about her illicit encounter with Sarah

Omnibus. Justin grows jealous when he sees Hannah with Matt and is furious to discover he is being unfaithful to her - leaving Leila to wonder why her boyfriend seems so concerned about another woman. Michaela is upset when Zak denies they are a couple, while Russ decides to take Gaz under his wing

Zak clashes with Hayley after she spends the night with Archie, leaving Michaela trying to heal the rift between the two siblings. Russ struggles to deal with the responsibilities of being a teacher and Lauren makes things worse by embarrassing him in front of his class. Nancy and Hannah decide to find Sarah a boyfriend

Ash discovers that Relish has been torched, but his mood brightens when Hannah invites him for a drink. Hayley's presence in the village causes problems for Zak and Michaela, Gov takes Gaz to task over his behaviour and Elliot makes a troubling discovery

Zak receives a big surprise when his sister Hayley arrives in the village, while Michaela tries to find her boyfriend the perfect birthday present. Leila arranges a meal to ease the tension between Ash and Justin that only leads to more conflict, and Gaz continues to play Russ for a fool

Russ makes an effort to get through to Gaz but his efforts seem to be in vain as the lad continues to terrorise Anita and Theresa. Zak and Michaela's friends make an effort to reunite the couple after their argument, Justin tries to make amends for neglecting Leila, and Hannah asks Ash to join her for a drink

Justin grows jealous when he sees Hannah with Matt and is furious to discover he is being unfaithful to her - leaving Leila to wonder why her boyfriend seems so concerned about another woman. Michaela is upset when Zak denies they are a couple, while Russ decides to take Gaz under his wing

Omnibus. Darren is released from prison and Cindy is dismayed that he appears to be a changed man. Spencer lets slip some information about Louise's disappearance that leaves Calvin puzzled, while Mercedes and Malachy assume Elliot has told the housing officer about their stay at the students' flat

Carmel aims to reunite warring sisters Mercedes and Jacqui, while Michaela and Sasha decide to hold a baby shower for Amy. Mercedes's home-made perfume leaves its users with a rash, prompting her to enlist Anita and Theresa to raise some cash for refunds

Steph is furious with Darren when he loses the takings from Mobs, refusing to believe he was mugged. Ste impresses Dom again when his cooking goes down well with the customers at Il Gnosh, while Mercedes concocts a perfume to sell on the streets. Calvin visits Warren when Louise's mother reports her missing

Warren is pleased when Sasha volunteers to spend more time caring for Spencer, but suffers a close call when Nige turns up at the Loft. Ste helps Dom out at Il Gnosh and surprises him with his talents, Malachy and Mercedes search for somewhere to live and Steph offers Darren work at Mobs

Darren gets a job working at the Dog, but his good mood evaporates when Jack reveals why he has been beaten up in prison. Warren decides to put things in order at Evissa and asks Sasha to take care of Spencer for him, while Steph prepares to open her dance school. Mercedes and Malachy struggle to find work

Darren is released from prison and Cindy is dismayed that he appears to be a changed man. Spencer lets slip some information about Louise's disappearance which leaves Calvin puzzled, while Mercedes and Malachy assume Elliot has told the housing officer about their stay at the students' flat

Omnibus. Nancy is mortified to wake up next to Kris and endures an awkward encounter with him and Ravi at lunch. Steph is annoyed to find Mobs closed when she and Tom return to the village, Theresa decides to find Anita a boyfriend and Kris's risque radio programme gets pulled

Nancy is happily oblivious as Kris and Ravi struggle to suppress their mutual attraction. Theresa makes plans to sneak into the Loft to celebrate her birthday with Anita. Elliot grows increasingly frustrated with Mercedes and Malachy's antics, while Steph agrees to visit Darren with Cindy

Nancy feels bad for letting Ravi down the night before and the pair's future looks in doubt before a dramatic gesture brings them back together. Cindy is disappointed when Ash asks her to work at Relish, while Frankie suggests Steph should start her own dance school. Anita's loyalties are torn between Lauren and Theresa

Kris offers to help Ravi win Nancy back but the relaxed atmosphere between the pair leads to a passionate encounter. Newt and Lauren decide to make the most of Frankie's empty flat and transform it into a love nest, Steph takes Tom to a lesson at a dance school and Cindy sets out to seduce Ash

Sarah and Nancy complain about their complicated love lives as they prepare to support Kris's protest against the sudden cancellation of his radio show. Anita feels used by Lauren and Newt, Steph aims to make things up with Frankie, and Tom worries about his first day back at school

Nancy is mortified to wake up next to Kris and endures an awkward encounter with him and Ravi at lunch. Steph is annoyed to find Mobs closed when she and Tom return to the village, Theresa decides to find Anita a boyfriend and Kris's risque radio programme gets pulled

Omnibus. Michaela tries to convince Mercedes to open her test results and Myra welcomes Malachy into the family. Zoe buys Mike a motorbike for their trip around Europe, while Sarah and Archie continue to grow closer. Amy suffers from mood swings and is upset at the thought of Josh leaving for university

Kris sees Nancy and Ravi in a different light after their night of flirtatious behaviour, while Michaela jumps to the wrong conclusion when she spots Zoe talking to Zak. Dom is angry to find his flat in a mess after returning from Mexico, and Amy and Josh tell Mike about their engagement

Mike struggles to take in the news that Zoe and Sarah slept together, leaving the pair trying to place the blame on each other. Josh decides to press ahead with his plan to propose to Amy, Kris worries that his life is becoming dull and Justin celebrates his promotion with Leila

Justin organises a silent rave at the SU bar, where Sarah is upset to see Archie dancing with another girl - and her evening gets worse when Kris lets slip about her spending the night with Zoe. Josh asks for Mike's permission to marry Amy, while Michaela and Zak spy an opportunity to make some money

Malachy feels guilty because of the worry he has put Mercedes through and encourages her to share the HIV test results with her family. Justin tries to think of a theme for a party at the SU bar, Zoe overhears Archie describing his night of passion with Sarah to his friends, and Josh decides to treat Amy

Michaela tries to convince Mercedes to open her test results and Myra welcomes Malachy into the family. Zoe buys Mike a motorbike for their trip around Europe, while Sarah and Archie continue to grow closer. Amy suffers from mood swings and is upset at the thought of Josh leaving for university

Omnibus. Warren finds it difficult taking care of Spencer but comes to realise his step-brother needs his support. Newt is inspired to take on more responsibility at home after visiting Darren in jail, while Ste and Justin have the time of their lives with the Student Union all to themselves

Hour-long episode. Newt and Lauren's resolve to remain a couple is strengthened after their night of passion, and they enlist Anita's help to fool their parents. Hannah lets her hair down after making a bet with Rhys, while Calvin faces a crisis of conscience. Mercedes and Malachy return to the village a married couple, and Zak and Michaela begin to grow closer

Hollyoaks: Season 2008 (2008)

Archie arranges a New Year's Eve party in the halls, but the celebrations are interrupted when Calvin arrives to arrest Ash and Zak after Gaz makes a complaint against the pair. Sasha finds the news about her brother's role in Nige's 'death' difficult to bear, while Lauren celebrates her birthday by finally consummating her relationship with Newt

Calvin considers moving away from the village - but when Sasha confronts him about the plan he breaks down and reveals his terrible secret. Anita pretends to be Newt's girlfriend so he can spend more time with Lauren, but she takes her role a little too far. Hannah is delighted when Matt from the MTV awards turns up at the Dog, while Gaz continues to terrorise Zak and Ash at Relish

Warren finds it difficult taking care of Spencer but comes to realise his step-brother needs his support. Newt is inspired to take on more responsibility at home after visiting Darren in jail, while Ste and Justin have the time of their lives with the Student Union all to themselves

Omnibus. Warren reasserts his love for Louise, who in turn makes a startling discovery. Mandy decides to confide in Tony, while Carmel becomes jealous when she hears Louise's news. Newt prepares for a visit to his psychologist, Anita and Theresa make friends while helping out at Evissa and an unlikely group bands together to save the nativity play

Warren struggles to take in the fact Louise planned to kill him and is taken aback by an outpouring of hatred from his fiancee as the couple clash explosively. With the wedding clearly not going ahead Myra and Jacqui take advantage of the chaos and organise a party at their house, while Anita feels left out in the cold because of Newt and Lauren's close bond

Hour-long episode. Warren receives a surprise when his half-brother Spencer arrives in the village, while Louise continues to hide her true feelings. Ravi discovers intimate footage of Warren with Mandy from the Loft's CCTV, but the incriminating DVD soon finds its way into the hands of Anita. The cast of the nativity convinces Carmel not to give up on the play and Elliot ensures the production goes with a bang

Hour-long episode. Warren reasserts his love for Louise, who in turn makes a startling discovery. Mandy decides to confide in Tony, while Carmel becomes jealous when she hears Louise's news. Newt prepares for a visit to his psychologist, Anita and Theresa make friends while helping out at Evissa and an unlikely group bands together to save the nativity play

Omnibus. Theresa aims to get closer to the McQueens, while Tony apologises to the teenager when he realises how vulnerable she is. Newt feels the effects of not taking his medication and Carmel is horrified to discover the local school has cancelled plans to hold a nativity play

Lauren questions why Eli has returned and Newt tells her she can never understand how his medication makes him feel. Louise tries to keep Mandy on her side and makes a shocking discovery in the Loft, Carmel reaches a decision about the Nativity play and Jacqui decides to sort out her life

Newt feels the effects of not taking his medication and his behaviour fluctuates wildly when Gaz torments him at the school disco. Meanwhile, Russ make a fool of himself on the dancefloor after Michaela spikes his drink, Jacqui tries to repair her relationship with Tony, and Theresa looks for guidance from Myra

Theresa and Jacqui have a change of heart and hurry to reach Tony before he can change his plea to guilty. Anita tries to bring Newt and Lauren back together in time for the school disco, Zoe is astonished to find Sarah kissing Archie, and Carmel holds auditions for the part of Mary in the nativity play

Theresa tells Jacqui she lied about her night with Tony, and the chef later helps the teenager out when she is harassed by Gaz. Elliot encourages Archie to think more about other people, Cindy offers to help Carmel stage a village nativity play, and Leila flies into a panic when she gets the date of an art exhibition wrong

Theresa aims to get closer to the McQueens, while Tony apologises to the teenager when he realises how vulnerable she is. Newt feels the effects of not taking his medication and Carmel is horrified to discover the local school has cancelled plans to hold a nativity play

Omnibus. Louise tries to talk a reluctant Mandy into helping her bring about Warren's downfall. Leila's degree subject proves an uncomfortable topic of conversation at the Roys' family dinner, Elliot dresses up as Santa for a Christmas grotto and Rhys spends time bonding with Holly

Newt make a drastic decision when he realises a side effect of his medication is thwarting his physical relationship with Lauren. Tony prepares to enter a plea in court, Elliot reflects on what went wrong in his romance with Hannah, and Calvin questions Zak about the attack on Gaz

An embarrassed Gilly lies about the identity of his attackers, so Zak dishes out some punishment of his own when he spots Gaz alone. Newt and Lauren try to make the most of their time together while Frankie performs at the karaoke, and Elliot invites Hannah to a robot convention

Gilly takes over as manager of Relish, but is later is mugged for the week's takings by Gaz and his gang. Newt encourages Frankie to enter a karaoke contest to help ease their financial worries, Cindy tries to let Rhys down gently and Archie makes a move on Sarah

Elliot makes a grand gesture to try to save his relationship with Hannah but gets sidetracked along the way. Cindy visits Darren in jail and admits she still has feelings for him, Zak and Gilly compete to be named the new manager at Relish and Louise worries that Mandy is having second thoughts

Louise tries to talk a reluctant Mandy into helping her bring about Warren's downfall. Leila's degree subject proves an uncomfortable topic of conversation at the Roys' family dinner, Elliot dresses up as Santa for a Christmas grotto and Rhys spends time bonding with Holly

Omnibus. A distraught Tony is arrested for sleeping with Theresa and the reality of his situation sinks in as Cindy panics when she finds him with Holly. Carmel begins work as school liaison officer but her problems with Calvin weigh heavy on her mind. Archie gets a taste of Leila's wrath

Louise gives an unsuspecting Warren the chance to own up about his affair with Mandy. Leila is embarrassed when the truth about the Advent calendar chocolate thief is revealed, Sasha is confused to see Calvin meeting with Warren, and Suzanne grows weary of Cindy's antics

Louise is stunned when Mandy reveals she has been having an affair with Warren. Worried about Calvin's recent behaviour, Carmel takes a course in seduction from Bel, while Rhys finds himself babysitting Holly. Leila installs a camera to catch the person stealing her chocolate

Louise rushes to Warren's side after hearing about the attack and Mandy is distressed to witness the depth of the couple's affection. The club owner tells Mark their feud is far from over and reassures Calvin he does not hold him responsible for his actions, while Leila searches for the person stealing her Advent calendar chocolates

Warren's tempestuous relationship with Louise reaches breaking point when she drunkenly attacks him, pushing him further into Mandy's arms. Calvin embarks on a raid with Mark and is shocked when he realises what his colleague is really asking of him, Sarah and Zoe are awkward around each other after their intimate encounter, while Gaz torments Carmel

A distraught Tony is arrested for sleeping with Theresa and the reality of his situation sinks in as Cindy panics when she finds him with Holly. Carmel begins work as school liaison officer but her problems with Calvin weigh heavy on her mind. Archie gets a taste of Leila's wrath

Omnibus. Steph faces a hostile reception on her return to the village and agrees to Craig's offer to meet her in Scotland, unaware Niall is close by. Tony seeks solace in the arms of a stranger at the Loft's school disco-themed night and Neville gives the Dog a new look

Tony denies everything when questioned by the police about his night with Theresa. Hannah is annoyed to learn her father has employed Spike as a DJ, Archie apologises to Elliot for making a move on his girlfriend and Warren becomes jealous when he spots Ash flirting with Mandy

Hannah bonds with Archie when she grows frustrated by the amount of time Elliot is spending with Neville. Ash is dismayed to find Lauren and Anita staging a protest outside Relish after he docks their pay, while Tony confides in Mandy about his night with Theresa

Tony turns Theresa away when she appears at Il Gnosh, and as she looks to her family for support there is yet another nasty surprise in store for the unlucky-in-love chef. Hannah worries that Spike aims to make a fool out of Neville, and Ravi decides to visit Nancy while Anita and Lauren get into trouble with Ash

Tony feels guilty about his one-night stand - but soon realises that spending the evening with Theresa was an even bigger mistake than he thought. Neville prepares for the grand opening of the newly christened Jolly Roger, Rhys decides to offer his support to Josh, and Anita and Lauren suffer racist abuse while working at Relish. Ravi tells Russ that he is missing Nancy

Steph faces a hostile reception on her return to the village and agrees to Craig's offer to meet her in Scotland, unaware Niall is close by. Tony seeks solace in the arms of a stranger at the Loft's school disco-themed night and Neville gives the Dog a new look

Omnibus. Calvin confronts an upset Carmel with his suspicions that she is having an affair with Mark. Ste and Justin pull out the stops in an effort to convince Dom to let them live with him, Michaela opts to drown her sorrows and Frankie finds out about Lauren and Newt's deception

Mandy suffers an uncomfortable afternoon when Louise asks her to help choose some saucy lingerie for her wedding night. Warren pays a face from the past to keep a low profile, while Sarah persuades Zoe to give a motivational speech at her old school. Justin helps Leila keep her secret under wraps

Warren takes revenge on Mark when he spots him out running in a secluded area, and invites Calvin and Carmel to join him and Louise for what proves to be an uncomfortable dinner. Jacqui looks to get her hands on the tanning business, while Hannah decides to spice up the beauty pageant

Myra's efforts to persuade Carmel to make up with Calvin are met by an angry outburst from her daughter, while her husband panics when Mark asks him to take part in a raid on the Loft. Elliot is upset to learn Hannah did not contact him after returning from France and Archie's antics infuriate Zak and Gilly

The memory of Nige's death hangs over Calvin as he agonises over whether to give his relationship with Carmel another chance. Leila pesters Hannah for gossip as she returns from Paris, Ste spends time bonding with Dom, and Justin receives a job offer from Warren

Calvin confronts an upset Carmel with his suspicions that she is having an affair with Mark. Ste and Justin pull out the stops in an effort to convince Dom to let them live with him, Michaela opts to drown her sorrows and Frankie finds out about Lauren and Newt's deception

Omnibus. Hannah's dress for the MTV Awards is ruined by a passing limo, but her luck soon changes when its occupant goes out of his way to make amends. Cindy vows to expose Warren's affair, Dom laments Tina's death, and Tony looks ahead to a life without Jacqui

Carmel agrees to buy condoms for Newt and Lauren, but Calvin's paranoia about her relationship with Mark is fuelled when he finds the contraceptives in her bag. Michaela tries to reunite the warring McQueens, Tony warns Mandy to stay away from Warren, and Dom receives a nasty shock when he moves into his new flat

Mandy wakes up full of regret after sleeping with Tony, and Warren is jealous when he realises she spent the night with another man. Newt and Lauren make plans to take their relationship to the next level, Carmel finds her first day back at work at Evissa hard going and Dom receives a nasty shock when he moves into his new flat

Louise asks Warren to help organise Mandy's birthday party, where Cindy takes the opportunity to stir up trouble. Newt and Lauren cause problems at school in an effort to spend more time together, prompting a concerned Leo to give them purity rings. Meanwhile, Kris and Malachy plan their father's funeral in Ireland

Cindy continues her attempt to reveal Warren's affair despite his threats, while Louise asks Mandy to be her maid of honour. Tony is angry to learn Dom invited Mercedes to move in without asking him, the Roys move into their new home and Elliot finds out about Hannah's trip to Paris

Hannah's dress for the MTV Awards is ruined by a passing limo, but her luck soon changes when its occupant goes out of his way to make amends. Cindy vows to expose Warren's affair, Dom laments Tina's death with Mercedes, and Tony looks ahead to a life without Jacqui

Omnibus. An emotional Frankie prepares to move on as the Dog goes up for auction, with two locals going head to head to become the new owner. Jacqui copes with her recent bereavement by spending Tony's money and Carmel finds life difficult without Calvin at her side

Mercedes is forced to move out of the McQueens' as Myra welcomes Jacqui back into the fold. Cindy is wrongly accused when Louise finds evidence of Warren's affair with Mandy, while Neville oversees the reopening of the Dog. Justin is forced to pass Leila's artwork off as his own when Gov visits the college exhibition

Jacqui refuses to attend Tina's funeral, and the wake erupts into chaos when Tony hears her admit to having known the truth about the identity of baby Max's father all along. Mandy and Warren fail to control their feelings for each other, while Rhys, Elliot and Hannah go in search of tickets to the MTV Awards

The McQueens say some tearful goodbyes as Tina's body is brought home, and Jacqui faces the consequences when she pushes Carmel to her emotional limit. Newt and a distraught Frankie move out of the Dog, while Gilly is knocked back yet again - this time by Leila

Jacqui's grief overwhelms her and Tony is left heartbroken upon discovering Mark in a compromising position with the woman he loves. Carmel allows herself to seek comfort from Calvin, and the Ashworths have an eventful first day as the new owners of the Dog

With Frankie on the verge of a breakdown, the Ashworths take charge and decide to open up the Dog. Meanwhile, with Niall still at large Carmel is feeling increasingly anxious - jumping at the slightest noise, and Tony continues to tread on thin ice around Jacqui

An emotional Frankie prepares to move on as the Dog goes up for auction, with two locals going head to head to become the pub's new owner. Jacqui copes with her recent bereavement by spending Tony's money and Carmel finds life difficult without Calvin at her side

Omnibus. Frustrated by the end of his affair with Mandy, Warren takes it out on Ravi, who gets the wrong impression when Russ agrees to help with his workload. Newt receives an unexpected birthday card from his mother, while Justin is sacked for unprofessional conduct

Hannah blames Elliot for her problems, but the pair manage to work through their differences and end up sharing a kiss. Frankie tries to dissuade Newt from going to live with Shelley, Carmel is confronted by youths who take advantage of her lack of confidence, and Leila inadvertently offends Justin

Newt is surprised when his mother arrives in the village and decides moving away with her would help relieve the strain on Frankie. Hannah puts together a team to organise the ball but finds it is rife with divisions, and Rhys and Gilly compete to secure a date with a customer at the Drive 'n' Buy

Newt asks to visit court with Frankie to see Darren and Jack make their pleas, but her attempts to protect him from any further trauma backfire. Elliot manages to disrupt Hannah's plans for a Hallowe'en ball, while Justin's first day at work comes to an unhappy end thanks to Leila's film

Newt and Lauren are reconciled through their mutual hatred for Cindy, later sharing a kiss outside the Dog. Ravi pleads with Russ to keep his bisexuality a secret, which leads to him ending things with a shocked Nancy. Leila struggles with her feelings for Justin

Warren takes his frustration over the end of his affair with Mandy out on Ravi, who gets the wrong impression when Russ agrees to help with his workload. Newt receives an unexpected birthday card from his mother, while Justin is sacked for unprofessional conduct

Omnibus. The investigation into Jack's faked death begins, and the repercussions of his lies badly affect Frankie and Darren. Myra consoles her loved ones after the previous week's tragic drama, while Elliot and Zak visit Russ - only to find he has been left holding the baby

Cindy grows suspicious of Mandy's behaviour, but mistakenly thinks it's Rhys she is attracted to, and Warren causes problems between Nancy and Ravi. Amy overhears Josh telling Ste they slept together and finishes with him, while Newt's lack of trust in Frankie makes life at the Dog unbearable

Rhys gets the wrong idea when he spots Amy and Ste together, jeopardising her relationship with Josh. After being rejected by Mercedes, Malachy prepares to return home to Ireland with his brother, and is shocked when she turns up to say goodbye. Mandy and Warren's plans to spend time alone together are thwarted

After visiting Mercedes in hospital, Malachy suddenly feels he can't be without her and makes a rash decision. Kris refuses to accept his father's death, but breaks down when Elliot presents him with Eamon's book. Amy makes it clear to Ste that their relationship is over, while Russ struggles to cope

Kris responds with his fists when Darren finally reveals the truth about Eamon, while Malachy is further distraught to learn of the recent tragedy from a grieving Myra. Cindy helps Darren evade the police when they arrive at the Dog, but he later turns himself in. Meanwhile, Ste attends his first anger management session

The investigation into Jack's faked death begins, and the repercussions of his lies badly affect Frankie and Darren. Myra consoles her loved ones after the past week's tragic events, while Elliot and Zak visit Russ - only to find he has been left holding the baby

Omnibus. Jacqui is annoyed to receive messages from her sisters saying they can't attend her birthday celebrations, unaware Niall is the person sending them. The Osbornes prepare for their move to Spain, and Tina tries to work things out with Russ, but ends up in danger when Niall strikes again

The church lies in ruins following the explosion and Myra desperately tries to ensure all her children escape the rubble - but one of the McQueens fails to make it out alive. Cindy struggles to take in the news that Jack is not dead and Frankie tries to stop her calling the police

A stunned Myra finally discovers the truth about Niall and learns he has rigged the church with explosives, placing the terrified McQueens in mortal danger. Tony and Dom race to the family's rescue, and are astonished to find that Darren has arrived to help - with Jack in tow

Myra receives a text message asking her to visit the church where she abandoned Niall, while Tony reports the McQueen sisters missing. Newt rushes to tell a disbelieving Lauren that he saw Niall abduct Jacqui, and the lad's manic behaviour disrupts the Osbornes' plan to escape to Spain. Jack receives an unwelcome visitor

Jacqui is delighted when Tony presents her with an expensive necklace, but Niall has a much less welcome birthday surprise in store for his half-sister. Myra starts to put the pieces together as she realises her children are all going missing, while Newt tells Lauren that Jack is still alive

Jacqui is annoyed to receive messages from her sisters saying they can't attend her birthday celebrations, unaware that Niall is the person sending them. The Osbornes prepare for their move to Spain, and Tina tries to work things out with Russ, but ends up in danger when Niall strikes again

Omnibus. Darren asks Lauren for help when Newt goes missing, while Jack ponders whether to come clean and call the police. Steph worries that Niall is replacing Max in her life too quickly, and Michaela ropes Mike into helping her decide if she should enrol on a journalism course

Mercedes enjoys a confidence boost from running a jumble sale stall, but an argument with Malachy leaves her dazed - and on course for a terrifying ordeal at the hands of Niall. Louise sets up a disastrous double date with Warren, Mandy and Dom, while Russ ponders whether he is ready to be a dad

Calvin finds it increasingly difficult to deal with his guilt over Nige's death and takes his bad mood out on Carmel when she makes a promise on his behalf. Russ explains his new situation to Nancy when she arrives back in the village, and Mandy feels awkward when asked to arrange Warren and Louise's wedding

Realising Steph has left the village, Niall looks to Myra for comfort but finds himself left out in the cold once again. Zak and Gilly's attempts to decorate the new burger bar end in disaster, Michaela decides to declare her feelings for Mike, and Warren tells Mandy they should see less of each other

Niall looks to change his ways after getting closer to Steph and Tom, but the ugly side of his personality soon re-emerges when he mislays the file containing Keiron's research into his parentage. Warren offers Louise an ultimatum when she turns up for work drunk, and Michaela embarrasses Zak

Darren asks Lauren for help when Newt goes missing, while Jack ponders whether to come clean and call the police. Steph worries that Niall is replacing Max in her life too quickly, and Michaela ropes Mike into helping her decide if she should enrol on a journalism course

Omnibus. Russ comes to terms with being a father, while Tina tells Tony and Dom the truth about baby Max's parentage. Malachy steels himself to give Mercedes the news that she could be HIV positive, Amy tells Josh she has decided to have an abortion and Darren continues to worry about Newt

When the Osbornes' proposed move to Spain breaks down, Frankie finds it difficult to break the news to an excited Newt. Carmel and Calvin return home from their honeymoon, Niall talks his relationship with Steph through with a troubled Tom, and Mandy looks to take Dom's mind off Tina

Jacqui persuades Mercedes to go for an HIV test, while Kris looks for ways to help a despondent Malachy. Frankie waits to hear news about her plan to adopt Newt, Ste apologises to Justin for his threatening behaviour, and Russ tries to avoid Tina after knocking back her advances

Ste confronts Amy about her plans to have an abortion and is relieved to hear she has had second thoughts, but the news that she is back with Josh sends him into a jealous rage. Mercedes acts erratically after learning she could be HIV positive, while Tina misreads her relationship with Russ

A furious Mercedes confronts Malachy when Kris hints that his brother is keeping an important secret from her. Tina makes an effort to explain her feelings to Dom, Amy pleads with Josh to forgive her for lying, and Darren plans a meal for Frankie and Jack

Russ comes to terms with being a father, while Tina tells Tony and Dom the truth about baby Max's parentage. Malachy steels himself to give Mercedes the news that she could be HIV positive, Amy tells Josh she has decided to have an abortion and Darren continues to worry about Newt

Omnibus. Michaela argues with Newt after learning that he beat her in the writing competition and the lad gets a fright when he investigates strange noises in the Osborne kitchen. Darren invites Cindy for dinner, Dom is left holding the baby as Tina returns to college, and Tony finds out about Jacqui's latest venture

A shocked Russ resolves to carry on with his plan to travel the world with Caroline despite Tina's revelation, but starts to waver as he prepares to leave the village. Cindy grows tired of the amount of attention Darren has been giving Newt, and Dom tries to come to terms with the end of his relationship with Tina

Tina hears that Russ plans to travel the world with Caroline, leaving her torn about whether to reveal he is Max's father. Dom feels guilty about spending the night with another woman, Leila grows tired of pretending to be Justin's girlfriend, and Cindy feigns illness to get out of work

Jacqui opens the tanning salon for business but things don't go as planned, and she ends up spending the night locked in the building with Mercedes. Amy panics when she realises Leah has been left in Ste's care, Russ and Caroline decide to go travelling, and Dom argues with Tina

Josh's plan for a romantic evening with Amy goes out of the window when Michaela organises a party at the Ashworths'. A guilty Leila regrets lying to Justin when he sings her praises, Jacqui aims to show Tony that she can make a success of the tanning salon, and Frankie worries about Newt

Michaela argues with Newt after learning that he beat her in the writing competition and the lad receives a fright when he investigates strange noises in the Osborne kitchen. Darren invites Cindy for dinner, Dom is left holding the baby as Tina returns to college, and Tony finds out about Jacqui's latest venture

Omnibus. The morning of Calvin and Carmel's wedding arrives, but the day doesn't run at all smoothly. While the bride has trouble fitting into her dress, the groom finds himself roped into helping Warren when police officers raid the Loft looking for drugs. John Paul learns it is also the day of Kieron's funeral, and Lauren realises Danny has left

Craig prepares to leave for Dublin as the rest of his family do their utmost to keep Jack's secret from him and Newt. John Paul is completely unaware of the danger he is in as he relaxes in Niall's company. Mike vows to stand by Amy, and Michaela continues her vendetta against Zoe

Niall finds himself in an argument with Steph and his mood darkens further when he hears about Craig's offer to John Paul. Amy worries that a secret from the past will come to light when she visits the hospital for a pregnancy scan with Mike, while Craig is upset by his family's strange behaviour

Mandy and Warren feel guilty after spending the night together, but are relieved to find a hung-over Louise did not make it home either. Lauren and Sasha get to grips with how their family have changed since the wedding, the McQueens celebrate Kieron's life and John Paul talks things through with Craig

The McQueen and Valentine families cause chaos at the church when Calvin is late for his wedding to Carmel, but order is restored once the groom escapes the attention of police officers at the Loft. Craig comforts John Paul, who has been forced to miss Kieron's funeral, while Warren grows tired of Louise's constant questions about his relationship with Mandy

The morning of Calvin and Carmel's wedding arrives, but the day doesn't run at all smoothly. While the bride has trouble fitting into her dress, the groom finds himself roped into helping Warren when police officers raid the Loft looking for drugs. John Paul learns it is also the day of Kieron's funeral, and Lauren realises Danny has left

Omnibus. John Paul calls Niall in a panic after finding Kieron, and refuses to believe things are as they seem. Mercedes and Kris plot revenge on Malachy following his sudden departure, while Jacqui informs Tony she plans to take over the laundrette, leading to a confrontation with an indignant Mike

Zoe interviews Hannah, Zak and Elliot, revealing concerns that the vote for entertainments officer could have been rigged. Jacqui and Mercedes embark on a mission to give Carmel a hen night to remember, while Calvin interrupts a drug deal at his party at the Loft before finding himself getting too close to Val

A hung-over Louise is embarrassed when she realises Warren has been meeting with Mandy to plan the couple's honeymoon. Malachy feels guilty as Kris endures a painful experience after taking drugs to stop him contracting HIV, while Carmel makes preparations for her wedding and Warren organises Calvin's stag party. The students vote to find a new entertainments officer

Zak and Sarah's competitive streaks come to the fore as they bid to outdo each other, while Elliot and Hannah realise how much they have in common. Malachy is forced to tell Kris about being HIV positive, Louise is jealous to hear Warren is spending more time with Mandy, and Leo realises Danny stole his best man speech

Nancy agrees to keep Malachy's revelation to herself, while an embarrassed Kris and Mercedes wake up together after their night of passion. Leo and Danny compete for the chance to be Calvin's best man, Sarah agrees to help Hannah as she hits the campaign trail, while Zak offers his support to Elliot. Mike makes a big decision

John Paul calls Niall in a panic after finding Kieron, and refuses to believe that things are as they seem. Mercedes and Kris plot revenge on Malachy following his sudden departure, while Jacqui informs Tony she plans to take over the laundrette, leading to a confrontation with an indignant Mike

Omnibus. Darren asks Frankie to pay off the loan sharks, John Paul encourages Hannah to apply for a job, and Mercedes hopes to prove her relationship with Malachy is more than just physical attraction. Myra decides to act as a wedding planner for Kieron and John Paul, while Michaela tries to get closer to Mike

Niall is furious when Kieron confronts him with the knowledge that he is Myra's son. Craig and John Paul end up in each other's arms after agreeing to meet for a drink, Kris grows tired of Mercedes and Malachy's antics, while Tony finds his patience wearing thin when Jacqui almost burns Il Gnosh to the ground

John Paul searches for Kieron to discuss their relationship, while the former priest makes a shocking discovery when he tracks down the woman who fostered Myra's long-lost son. Steph regrets spending the night with Niall, Jacqui decides she wants more responsibility at Il Gnosh, and Mike plans a romantic holiday with Zoe

Frankie considers phoning for an ambulance after Jack's angina attack, and an upset Steph seeks solace in the form of Niall after her shocking discovery. John Paul seeks Craig's advice on how to deal with his doubts about marrying Kieron, while Newt looks for reassurance

Craig returns to the village to a muted response from Frankie as she contemplates leaving for Spain with Jack, while John Paul is stunned to come face to face with his former lover. Niall continues his efforts to win over Steph over and Mike agrees to help Michaela with her essay

Darren asks Frankie to pay off the loan sharks, John Paul encourages Hannah to apply for a job, and Mercedes hopes to prove her relationship with Malachy is more than just physical attraction. Myra decides to act as a wedding planner for Kieron and John Paul, while Michaela tries to get closer to Mike

Omnibus. Warren's proposal to Louise is spoiled when she realises the nuptials are being planned by Mandy. Niall tries to get closer to Steph by continuing his efforts to befriend Tom, Elliot worries about taking his relationship with Sarah further, and Zoe looks forward to going to a music festival with Mike

Kieron tells a delighted Myra that he has found the woman who fostered her son, while Niall visits his father's grave. Darren plans to sell the Dog to Warren to pay off the loan sharks, Malachy offers Elliot advice on taking his relationship with Sarah to the next level, while Newt confides in Lauren

Frankie tells Darren she is not interested in his money problems, leaving him to sink further into despair. Myra gives John Paul and Kieron her blessing when they tell her about their engagement, Malachy and Mercedes reflect on their night of passion, and Cindy ruins Niall's hope of winning a date with Steph

A problem with Jack's life insurance causes trouble for Darren. Frankie and Lauren comfort Newt after his traumatic ordeal, and John Paul starts to have doubts about marrying Kieron. Steph finds herself relaxing in Niall's company, revealing she has started to think about moving on

Steph worries Tom is spending too much time with Niall and growing to rely on his friendship. Newt meets his social worker to decide whether he should stay with Frankie, Kieron urges John Paul to tell Myra about their engagement, and Mandy tries to reunite warring couple Warren and Louise

Warren's proposal to Louise is spoiled when she realises the nuptials are being planned by Mandy. Niall tries to get closer to Steph by continuing his efforts to befriend Tom, Elliot worries about taking his relationship with Sarah further, and Zoe looks forward to going to a music festival with Mike

Omnibus. Tina is thrilled when Dom suggests they find their own place, but their plans are thrown into disarray when she is caught breast-feeding baby Max. Warren takes Calvin aside and tells him to pull it together for the sake of his future, Leila arrives home after spending the night in jail, and Nancy endures a bad day

Calvin comes close to admitting his part in Nige's death before Warren reveals he has already buried the body. Louise feels left behind by Mandy and seeks reassurance, but is irked when Warren suggests she curb her drinking. Malachy and Zak compete in an endurance contest for Kris's TV channel

Sasha comes across Fletch and begs him to give up his drug habit. Tony reflects on the end of his relationship with Jacqui, while Dom finds it difficult to bond with baby Max. Louise struggles to keep up with Mandy as their new business goes from strength to strength, and Niall apologises to Tom

Josh, Amy and Michaela find themselves talking to Sasha about her problems. Jacqui is furious that Tony agreed Tina and Dom should be the ones to keep baby Max, while Steph finds herself enjoying her role at the student TV station. Nancy and Ravi embark on their first date

Tony and Dom make a decision about baby Max's future after Myra calls a McQueen family meeting to resolve the potentially explosive situation. Warren tells Calvin he needs help disposing of Nige's body, Mandy and Louise strike up a partnership, and Nancy tries to make Ravi jealous by flirting with Russ

Tina is thrilled when Dom suggests they find their own place, but their plans are thrown into disarray when she is caught breast-feeding baby Max. Warren takes Calvin aside and tells him to pull it together for the sake of his future, Leila arrives home after spending the night in jail, and Nancy endures a bad day

Ste and Justin spy an opportunity to get rid of the stolen jewellery, asking an unaware Leila to sell it on her market stall. Calvin returns home from hospital to find Warren waiting with some devastating news, while Russ encourages Newt to enter a writing competition

Calvin and Warren have a terrifying confrontation with Nige in the Loft. Sasha tries to end the feud between the McQueen and Valentine families, and Gilly issues an ultimatum to Justin and Ste. The Dirty Diegos' first gig unexpectedly turns into a solo venture for Josh

Frankie finds herself getting embroiled in Jack's deception as she helps Darren convince Kris and Malachy their father is still alive. Warren blackmails Calvin by threatening to release the video of him buying drugs, and the Dirty Diegos' practice session goes badly

Malachy returns to the Village searching for his and Kris's father, while Frankie is forced to choose whether to go ahead with the exhumation. Michaela and Josh suffer a case of crossed wires, Calvin looks to mend his relationship with Carmel, and Zoe wins the chance to produce a student TV channel

Lauren helps Newt comes to terms with being diagnosed as schizophrenic, while Frankie's reaction to Jack's reappearance shows him just how much his actions have hurt her. Caroline and Russ agree to go on a date, and Zoe remains oblivious to Zak's feelings for her

Omnibus. Sasha's desperate pleas for more drugs look set to land Calvin in hot water, and the day of Jack's inquest proves stressful for Darren and Newt. Elliot worries that he is being taken for a ride when Sarah keeps him waiting, while former couple Hannah and Danny share an awkward moment

Darren tells Jack they have no choice but to run away after Frankie insists she wants the body exhumed. Mandy and Warren clash when Louise lets her use the Loft as an office, Zoe and Mike plan a holiday together, while Josh reveals he failed his driving test. Russ learns the truth about Caroline's job

Frankie begins to wonder if it is possible that Newt really did kill Jack after Lauren tells her about Eli. Mandy, Steph and Cindy bicker over the contents of Max's will, Russ is pleased to meet up with the mysterious Caroline, and Zak finds himself unlucky in love

Newt goes into a panic when he picks up the phone and hears Jack's voice on the line. The Valentine family unite to help Sasha cope with her withdrawal from heroin, and Calvin gets a nasty surprise when Warren calls him to the Loft. Steph and Cindy attend the reading of Max's will

Giving in to Sasha's desperate pleas for more drugs look set to land Calvin in hot water, and the day of Jack's inquest proves stressful for Darren and Newt. Elliot worries that he is being taken for a ride when Sarah keeps him waiting, while former couple Hannah and Danny share an awkward moment

Giving in to Sasha's desperate pleas for more drugs look set to land Calvin in hot water, and the day of Jack's inquest proves stressful for Darren and Newt. Elliot worries that he is being taken for a ride when Sarah keeps him waiting, while former couple Hannah and Danny share an awkward moment

Omnibus. Myra encourages Amy to reveal all to Mike, who lashes out at Ste when he discovers he has been beating her. Darren breaks down under the stress of maintaining the pretence that Jack is dead. Mandy finds keeping Mobs afloat is hard going, and Tina goes for a drink with Russ

Justin decides the Valentine family need more space after the return of Sasha, whose extreme behaviour forces Calvin to make a drastic decision. Elliot teams up with Zak for a competition but finds himself preoccupied with thoughts of Sarah, while Ste endures a visit from Gilly and Josh

Calvin plans to head to London following word of a reported sighting of Sasha, but the search ends much closer to home than he imagined. Sarah becomes jealous when Zak tries his hand at matchmaking after recognising the chemistry between Elliot and Hannah, while Ste is discharged from hospital

Tina snaps at Dom as she struggles to put the surrogacy behind her and finds it impossible to ignore her maternal instincts when left to take care of baby Max. Amy visits Ste at the hospital and makes it clear their relationship is over, while Sarah becomes jealous of Elliot and Hannah's closeness

Mike and Sarah learn it isn't the first time that Ste has hit Amy, while the girl's ex decides he can't face living without her. Dom is angry when he realises Tina has been discussing her plans for the future with Russ, and Malachy decides to put off his decision to leave the village

Myra encourages Amy to reveal all to Mike, who lashes out at Ste when he discovers he has been beating her. Darren breaks down with the stress of maintaining the pretence that Jack is dead, while Mandy finds keeping Mobs afloat is hard going. Tina goes for a drink with Russ

Omnibus. As the repercussions of his lie continue to spread, Darren is shocked to discover the real identity of the corpse he and Jack found. Lauren feels ignored at home as the Valentines rally around Sasha. Cindy sets her eye on Warren, and Kris and Leila play a joke on Elliot

Amy is delighted when Ste returns home with a karaoke machine, but when she realises it is stolen he takes his anger out on her. Tina is beside herself with worry when she sees baby Max being taken to hospital, Malachy tells Kris their father is missing, and Elliot presents Sarah with a gift

The naming ceremony for baby Max is ruined when Russ arrives with divorce papers for Mercedes and bailiffs turn up at the door. Leo asks Calvin for another chance as the Valentines continue their search for Sasha, while John Paul surprises Kieron by proposing to him

The Valentines race to locate Sasha before Calvin returns from his holiday, and Jacqui invites Niall to baby Max's naming ceremony against Tony's wishes. Kieron wonders if he has been too hasty in publicly embracing his new lifestyle, while Ste urges Amy to take a pregnancy test

Frankie tries to keep business running as usual at the Dog and receives a helping hand from Warren when a debt collector pays her a visit. Sasha finds out the lengths her family are going to to keep an eye on her, while Kieron and John Paul pitch the idea of holding a gay night at the Loft to Louise

As the repercussions of his lie continue to spread, Darren is shocked to discover the real identity of the corpse he and Jack found. Lauren feels ignored at home as the Valentines rally around Sasha. Cindy sets her eye on Warren, and Kris and Leila play a joke on Elliot

Omnibus. Frankie walks out on Jack, angry that he has resorted to borrowing money from the newly widowed Steph. Newt tells Eli that he doesn't need him now he has a good friend in Lauren, Niall is irritated by the return of Kieron, and the students prepare to collect their results

Overwhelmed by the emotional strain of helping to fake his father's death, a panic-stricken Darren tells Frankie and Steph that Jack is dead. Eli encourages Newt to blame himself when the lad finds out what has happened, while Elliot tries to convince Kris to get in touch with his own dad

Darren and Jack have an emotional heart-to-heart, before making a macabre discovery that prompts them to consider a new way out of their perilous financial situation. Nancy and Russ try to keep Newt entertained, but a visit from Eli fuels his paranoia and sends him on a search for his foster father

A troubled Jack leaves an emotional message on Frankie's voicemail before making a shocking decision. John Paul and Kieron prepare to embark on life as a couple, but they bear the brunt of Myra's anger when she realises they are back together. Kris's dad leaves Hollyoaks after the pair argue again

Trading standards officials confront Jack over claims that he has been watering down drinks at the Dog. Myra is delighted when John Paul decides to move back in with her, but the return of Kieron complicates matters. Elliot encourages Kris to make things up with his father

Frankie walks out on Jack when she finds out he has resorted to borrowing money from the newly widowed Steph. Newt tells Eli that he doesn't need him now that he has a good friend in Lauren, Niall is irritated by the return of Kieron, and the students prepare to collect their results

Omnibus. Jacqui is infuriated when Tina refuses to hand over baby Max and resorts to blackmail to get her way. Russ's love life receives a boost after a chance meeting with a mysterious woman, Leila continues her plan to play matchmaker for Nancy and Ravi, and Carmel has a surprise encounter

OB's determination to keep his promise to Tom wavers when Mandy tells him he needs stability, but when the youngster overhears their conversation he decides to run away. Lauren's worries about Newt increase as he leads her on a search for Eli, while Sarah is confused when she gets odd looks from a series of strangers

Steph gathers her thoughts and prepares to give her husband a fitting send-off as the day of the funeral arrives, while Cindy and Mandy support an emotional Angela. Not everyone seems ready to say goodbye however, as Tom and OB decide to miss the service and celebrate Max's life in their own way

Danny catches Sasha stealing from Steph and is upset to see how bad her situation has become. Zak and Zoe play a practical joke on Russ, which leaves Mike conscious of the age gap between him and his lover, while Calvin and Valerie get uncomfortably close when they visit a wedding fayre

Carmel agrees to help Aleksander, leaving Calvin annoyed when she announces she is leaving town for a few days and can't tell him where she is going. Steph makes arrangements for Max's funeral, while Nige persuades Sasha to break into the widow's flat

Jacqui is infuriated when Tina refuses to hand over baby Max and resorts to blackmail to get her way. Russ's love life receives a boost after a chance meeting with a mysterious woman, Leila continues her plan to play matchmaker for Nancy and Ravi, and Carmel has a surprise encounter

Omnibus. Steph deals with the aftermath of the day's tragic events, and a chance encounter allows Niall to put forward his side of the story. OB tries to dissuade Tony from looking for a scapegoat, while Myra tells a devastated John Paul to choose between her and Kieron

The repercussions for Dom, Tony and Jacqui begin to sink in following the revelation that Tina can never have another child. Ravi takes charge at the Loft for the first time and finds Laila pestering him for a job, Nige taunts Sasha about her addiction to heroin and Justin refuses to help Nancy's bid to win custody of Charlie

Jacqui and Tony assume they can claim Tina's baby as their own, but when she wakes up from her coma and doctors make a startling revelation things become much less clear-cut. Nige tempts Sasha by offering her drugs and takes advantage of Leila's naivety by selling her a laptop he stole from Justin

Jacqui worries about the newborn baby's fate when Tina is rushed to hospital after her fall, while John Paul puts his plans to leave the village with Kieron on hold when he hears about her critical condition. Niall accuses Fletch of pushing Tina, and Justin is unimpressed to find he will be working with Ste

Niall saves Tina from an attempted mugging by Fletch, but is furious when she reveals her plan to give her unborn child up for adoption. OB tries to talk a shell-shocked Steph round when she refuses to remove her wedding dress or leave the flat, while Kris and Elliot find a new flatmate

Steph deals with the aftermath of the day's tragic events, and a chance encounter allows Niall to put forward his side of the story. OB tries to dissuade Tony from looking for a scapegoat, while Myra tells a devastated John Paul to choose between her and Kieron

Omnibus. Max and Steph tell a delighted Frankie the wedding is back on, but Cindy looks set to cause more trouble between the pair. Newt tries to convince Lauren that Eli has gone for good, while Michaela tells Myra that John Paul has been seeing someone

Steph waits anxiously to see whether she will make it down the aisle, while OB stays with Max at the hospital and asks his friend to reconsider going through with the ceremony. Myra finds the news that John Paul has been seeing Kieron too much to bear, but the couple's resolution to stay together infuriates Niall

Max suffers chest pains on the morning of his wedding and a worried OB rushes his friend to the hospital. Tony and Dom are stunned by the reappearance of Mandy, leaving Tina and Jacqui consumed with jealousy, while Niall's trickery leads to Myra learning the truth about Kieron and John Paul's secret

OB returns for Max's stag party and finds his friend in a despondent mood, while Steph begins to wonder whether postponing the wedding was a mistake. Justin fails to make a good impression on his first day at work when he comes up against Myra, and Kieron comes closer to learning the truth about Niall

Sasha betrays Amy's trust by sleeping with Nige while she is supposed to be taking care of Leah. A string of unfortunate events seem set to push back the date of Max and Steph's wedding day, Justin looks forward to starting a new job and John Paul argues with Kieron

Max and Steph tell a delighted Frankie that the wedding is back on, but Cindy looks set to cause more trouble between the loved-up pair. Newt tries to convince Lauren that Eli is gone for good, while Michaela tells Myra that John Paul has been seeing someone

Omnibus. Eli decides to takes revenge on Warren and Louise for the pain they have caused Newt and the Osbornes, spreading chaos in the Loft by detonating a smoke bomb in the bar. Darren and Mercedes plot to split up Danny and Hannah, while Nancy and Ravi make a connection

Tom tries to engineer a reconciliation between Max and Steph by gluing the pair together. Sasha finds it impossible to resist the temptation to get high on drugs with Fletch, while Eli insists that the only way he will leave the village is if Newt goes with him

Newt is horrified to find Eli stealing the takings from the Dog and gives the lad an ultimatum. Danny realises he has made a terrible mistake when he wakes up next to Mercedes, while Hannah confronts Darren after she finds out he set her up. Nancy challenges Ravi to put on a boxercise class

Danny seeks solace in the arms of Mercedes after he finds out about Hannah's drunken indiscretion with Darren. A homeless and destitute Fletch decides to give up his studies and begs Sasha to run away with him, while Frankie is angry to realise that Warren is being hailed a hero after saving Charlie

Warren and Louise accuse Frankie of setting off the smoke bomb, and the discovery of another of the devices leaves Charlie in danger. Darren takes advantage of a drunken Hannah in a bid to win his bet with Mercedes, while Ravi and Nancy agree to forget about the kiss they shared

Eli decides to takes revenge on Warren and Louise for the pain they have caused Newt and the Osbornes, spreading chaos in the Loft when he detonates a smoke bomb in the bar. Darren and Mercedes plot to split up Danny and Hannah, while Nancy and Ravi make a connection

Omnibus. Amy tries to tell Ste the truth, but is horrified to learn he has already told Sarah that she is pregnant again. Josh blames his troubles on Rhys when his family find out he was caught cheating at school, while Max is shocked when his sister Cindy shows up unexpectedly

Tina is upset when Jacqui insists they draw up a contract regarding her unborn baby's future when the pair argue about the terms of the surrogacy. Mercedes vows to find herself a man, Newt urges Eli to tone down his behaviour and Louise tries to convince Nancy that Jake killed Sean

The Ashworths lock Fletch up, forcing him to go cold turkey as they attempt to help him kick his drug habit. Jacqui is furious to discover Tony has been providing Mandy with cash after she was left homeless, while Rafi takes the opportunity to work his charms on Mercedes

Fletch moves in with the Ashworths but Josh's worst fears are confirmed when the family find him using heroin. Mike apologises to Zoe for his reaction to the news of her pregnancy, while Tony and Jacqui arrive back from their holiday. Cindy tries to convince Max that Steph is a gold-digger

Mike becomes the next person to be drawn into Amy's latest lie when Ste tells him his daughter is going to have another baby. Steph is upset to see Max with a mystery woman, unaware Cindy has arrived back in the village. Neville asks Gilly to manage his new shop and Zoe takes a pregnancy test

Amy tries to tell Ste the truth, but is horrified to learn he has already told Sarah that she is pregnant again. Josh blames his troubles on Rhys when his family find out he was caught cheating at school, while Max is shocked when his sister Cindy shows up unexpectedly

Omnibus. Michaela angers Josh by letting slip that they cheated on their coursework, while Fletch arrives for his first exam high on drugs. Rhys finds himself frustrated as he tries to rebuild his friendship with Gilly. Myra's attempts to cheer Dom up only worsen his mood, and Val celebrates her birthday

Max and Steph cross paths in the Loft and are both secretly dismayed to see the other appears to have moved on. Sasha is distressed to find that Fletch refuses to talk to her, while Ravi and Nancy make an unlikely connection. Ste accompanies Amy to the hospital

Amy comforts Josh when his cheating with Michaela is brought to light, but Ste spies the pair getting close. Nancy seems resigned to the fact that she will lose custody of Charlie when she hears Justin is supporting Frankie's case, while Fletch and Sasha's slide into despair continues

Sasha reaches her lowest point as she agrees to sleep with Nige in exchange for drugs. Amy worries about how Ste will react when he returns home to find Michaela in the flat, Justin tells Frankie he plans to support her case in the custody battle for Charlie, and Max opens up to Dom

Sasha and Fletch steal a laptop from school as they suffer the effects of heroin withdrawal, but Leo finds himself blamed for the theft. Ste flies off the handle when he finds out Kieron gave Amy money to buy things for Leah, while Dom finds an unlikely confidant in Myra

Michaela angers Josh by letting slip that they cheated on their coursework, while Fletch arrives for his first exam high on drugs. Rhys finds himself frustrated as he tries to rebuild his friendship with Gilly. Myra's attempts to cheer Dom up only worsen his mood, and Val celebrates her birthday

Omnibus. The day of Jake's court case gives both Louise and Frankie plenty of cause for anxiety, while Darren collects the money Warren owes him. Myra jumps to conclusions, becoming convinced Elliot is John Paul's mystery man, and Newt encourages Lauren to sabotage Evissa on her first day at work

Gilly decides to find a place of his own only to realise that Josh assumes he will be able to move in too, while Sasha contemplates stealing from Danny to raise money to buy drugs. Zoe's father assumes Mike is her boyfriend's dad, and Dominic and Tina face up to the reality of their situation

Rhys tries to heal his relationship with Josh, but it soon becomes clear it won't be an easy task. Sasha and Fletch meet up to score more drugs, and Jack concedes that his financial problems could mean the end of Newt's stay with the Osbornes. Zoe and Mike try to spend some time alone

Hannah arranges a birthday lunch for Fletch, but the celebrations are cut short by the arrival of Rhys. Frankie receives the blame after Eli vandalises Evissa, and Louise is angry when she finds out Warren has invited Ravi to move in to their spare room

Darren confesses to a devastated Jack that he has gambled all of his money away. Louise's decision to celebrate her release from prison in the Dog causes trouble, Mike agrees to look over Michaela's journalism portfolio, and Gilly makes a mistake when he processes an order for the Drive 'n' Buy

The day of Jake's court case gives both Louise and Frankie plenty of cause for anxiety, while Darren collects the money Warren owes him. Myra jumps to conclusions, becoming convinced Elliot is John Paul's mystery man, and Newt encourages Lauren to sabotage Evissa on her first day at work

Omnibus. Carmel loses a bidding war with Dominic at the charity auction, leaving Calvin to brighten her day by booking a date for their wedding. Steph has a heart-to-heart with Max, but the moment is spoiled when she receives flowers from Niall. A remark from John Paul puts his relationship with Kieron in jeopardy

Niall promises to help keep a lid on John Paul and Kieron's relationship, but Myra's inquisitive nature means keeping their secret is more difficult than they hoped. Danny looks forward to the comedy night, while Louise and Rafi get off on the wrong foot

Kieron and Niall lament the state of their love lives, while Steph is upset to hear Max discussing her worst faults with Dom. Rafi is intrigued by Warren's bad reputation, and Danny practises his stand-up routine in preparation for his turn at the Dog

Michaela's search for a local interest story for her article prompts her to quiz John Paul and Kieron about their lives. Steph is shocked when she witnesses Max having an angry confrontation with Niall, while Warren is impressed by Rafi's cocksure attitude and offers him a job at the Loft

Max finds out about Steph and Niall's kiss, leaving the chances of a reconcilliation between the pair looking increasingly remote. Niall encourages Kieron to make a decision one way or the other about his relationship with John Paul, while newcomer Rafi fails to make a good impression on Nancy

Carmel loses a bidding war with Dominic at the charity auction, leaving Calvin to brighten her day by booking a date for their wedding. Steph has a heart-to-heart with Max, but the moment is spoiled when she receives flowers from Niall. A remark from John Paul puts his relationship with Kieron in jeopardy

Omnibus. Max and Steph's problems go from bad to worse as they argue over money, while Dom is haunted by his insecurities after the details of the surrogacy become common knowledge. Darren helps Jack clear up the flooded cellar and his father confides that he may have to declare himself bankrupt

Louise is released from prison and soon reveals a hard new attitude toward those around her. Steph tries to take her mind off Max by helping Niall celebrate reaching the final of the hairdressing competition, while Darren finds he has pushed Warren too far

Warren looks set to admit defeat in his search for a fall guy for Sean's murder, but Justin manages to make Jake reconsider the idea of taking the blame. John Paul and Kieron hope to spend some time alone, while Niall tries to tell Steph how he feels about her

Darren tries to convince Jake he can help his family out of their financial difficulties by taking the blame for Sean's murder. Hannah hatches a plot to reunite estranged friends Sarah and Nancy, while Danny looks forward to his appearance as a stand-up comic. Sarah opens up to Elliot

Warren decides to take drastic steps to get Louise out of prison when he discovers she has been involved in a fight. Max has doubts about ending his relationship with Steph when he sees her getting close to Niall, while Zak learns something odd about his latest conquest

Max and Steph's problems go from bad to worse as they argue over money, while Dom is haunted by his insecurities after the details of the surrogacy become common knowledge. Darren helps Jack clear up the flooded cellar and his father confides that he may have to declare himself bankrupt

Omnibus. Carmel gets the wrong end of the stick when Calvin returns some of her clothes, while Sasha resorts to stealing to fund her drug habit. Nancy prepares to take Charlie home, prompting Ste and Amy to consider using the moment to announce that Leah is also in remission

Darren discovers the enormity of his father's financial problems, while a scheming Newt looks set to make matters even worse. Jacqui draws up a contract regarding the details of the surrogate birth, while Steph is upset when she finds her portfolio has been destroyed

John Paul tries to convince Kieron he is serious about pursuing a relationship with him. Amy finds she has become a social outcast on her return to school, while Max accuses Steph of being lazy when she makes a poor job of Tom's costume. Eli encourages Newt to run away

Amy and Ste find themselves targets of abuse in the village following the uncovering of their secret, and their lies leave Mike's relationship with Zoe in the balance. Steph makes a costume so that Tom can take part in a parade, Niall finds himself bonding with Myra when Darren holds a quiz at the Dog

Michaela and Tony insist celebrations are in order when Ste and Amy tell them Leah is getting better, but Mike is furious when he realises what is going on. Nancy is devastated when she realises Charlie will be going home with Frankie, and a mix-up leaves the McQueen sisters' surrogacy plan in doubt

Carmel gets the wrong end of the stick when Calvin returns some of her clothes, while Sasha resorts to stealing to fund her drug habit. Nancy prepares to take Charlie home, prompting Ste and Amy to consider using the moment to announce that Leah is also in remission

Omnibus. Louise waits to be interviewed about Sean's murder as Warren searches for a solicitor to take her case. Sarah catches Mike in a compromising position with Zoe and decides to teach him a lesson, while Amy tries to explain away her bruises. Steph and Niall endure an uncomfortable conversation

Sasha is hurt when Calvin accuses her of stealing cash to fund her drug habit, driving her back into Fletch's arms. Michaela reveals her worries about collecting her HIV test results to Josh, while Darren and Kris compete to boost takings at The Dog. Tony and Jacqui celebrate their first anniversary

Sasha is tempted to contact Nige to get hold of more drugs, but a candid discussion with Justin manages to change her mind. John Paul learns that Michaela is due to take another HIV test, while Warren is unimpressed to find Carmel has set up a campaign to release Louise from prison

Desperate to prove Louise's innocence, Warren offers Justin money to take the blame for Sean's murder. Mike feels left out when Sarah goes for a drink with Zoe to celebrate ending her affair with Roger. Sasha insists she is well enough to go to school, and Michaela receives good news

A terrified Justin seeks out Warren to discuss the repercussions of the discovery of Sean's body. Sarah angers Mike by asking Roger to stay over, and Zoe is taken aback when the tutor makes a pass at her. Ste prepares for a job interview, while Sasha has a frank discussion with Danny

Louise waits to be interviewed about Sean's murder as Warren searches for a solicitor to take her case. Sarah catches Mike in a compromising position with Zoe and decides to teach him a lesson, while Amy tries to explain away her bruises. Steph and Niall endure an uncomfortable conversation

Omnibus. The Ashworths race to the hospital after hearing news of the accident. Myra and Val's feud threatens to spoil Carmel's plans for her engagement party, Hannah becomes closer to Danny as she opens up to him about her insecurities, and Tom suffers a mishap

Zak is questioned by the police about the night Sean disappeared, and a chance remark implicates someone in his murder. Leo tries to understand why Sasha turned to drugs, while Amy and Ste have another violent altercation. Steph suffers doubts about her engagement to Max

Sasha wakes up in hospital surrounded by her family, and finds Calvin desperate for answers. Carmel tells Niall that she knew the girl had been taking drugs, and he wastes no time using the knowledge to his advantage. Steph is disappointed when Max can't accompany her to an important audition

Sasha manages to persuade Carmel not to tell anyone about her getting high, but the decision to keep quiet returns to haunt the ditzy McQueen. Amy argues with Ste when she realises he is still dealing drugs out of the flat, while Niall quizzes Warren about Carmel's relationship with Calvin

Rhys receives a chilly reception when he arrives back at the Ashworths' and decides to visit Beth's mother. Carmel is shocked when she realises that Sasha is high on drugs, Warren tries to talk Louise out of attending Sean's funeral and Max attempts to bake a cake for Steph

The Ashworths race to the hospital after hearing news of the accident. Myra and Val's feud threatens to spoil Carmel's plans for her engagement party, Hannah becomes closer to Danny as she opens up to him about her insecurities, and Tom suffers a mishap

Omnibus. Amy reveals that Leah was never ill, unable to keep up the pretence when she sees how badly the lie has affected Mike. A feud develops between the McQueen and Valentine families over Jacqui's bingo win, Danny plans a picnic with Hannah, and Gilly presents Beth with a camper van

Rhys and Beth decide their only hope of living a normal life together is moving away, leaving their friends and family distraught. Hannah suffers a relapse when a concerned Danny deflects her amorous advances, while Max starts to worry about the rising cost of his forthcoming wedding to Steph

Rhys and Beth find it hard to admit the truth about why they've moved out of the Ashworths', and the discovery of the half-siblings' affair affects Hannah's recovery from her eating disorder. Sasha and Fletch's drug use alienates Josh and Michaela even further

The Ashworth family are horrified to learn the truth about Rhys and Beth, while Gilly vows revenge on the pair for breaking his heart. Myra receives a letter from Val's solicitor demanding her share of the bingo money, and Michaela comes to Sasha's aid when she finds her friend is using heroin

Tired of being labelled a liar by her friends and family, Michaela resolves to let Gilly know what is going on between Rhys and Beth. Mike and Sarah struggle to take in Amy's revelations about Leah, while Fletch tries to resist the temptation of returning to Ste for more drugs

Amy reveals that Leah was never ill, unable to keep up the pretence when she sees how badly the lie has affected Mike. A feud develops between the McQueen and Valentine clans over Jacqui's bingo win, Danny plans a picnic with Hannah, and Gilly presents Beth with a camper van

Omnibus. Warren and Louise set about booking a honeymoon, but a shocking revelation throws their future into doubt. Katy tries to find the right time to break off her relationship with Justin, Elliot is heartbroken when his mother tells him the truth about his father, and Darren pursues Mercedes

Ste's mother plants poisonous thoughts in his mind, leading him to lash out at a shocked Amy. Jack decides that hosting a bingo night is the perfect way to boost takings at The Dog, Neville's attitude toward Danny softens when he realises how happy he makes Hannah, and Gilly arranges a surprise for Beth

Katy asks Zak to put his feelings aside and help her move away, but Warren intervenes when he realises what his sister is planning. Kris worries about Elliot's cynical new attitude and invites him for a drink, while Ste confesses to Amy that the burglary was a set-up. Myra sets off to court to face charges of benefit fraud

Justin returns to the village, hoping to lure Katy away to start a new life with him. Louise is furious to learn Warren's sister was aware of Sean's fate, while Amy instructs Ste to search for a job as they continue to struggle with their mounting cash problems. Darren and Kris make a bet

Katy is distraught to hear Warren has been arrested for Sean's murder. Elliot tries out a new look and threatens to reveal Sarah and Roger's relationship to the college Dean, while Newt is shocked by the arrival of an old friend in the village. Mercedes embarrasses Darren when he persists with his amorous advances

Warren and Louise set about booking a honeymoon, but a shocking revelation throws their future into doubt. Katy tries to find the right time to break off her relationship with Justin, Elliot is heartbroken when his mother tells him the truth about his father, and Darren pursues Mercedes

Omnibus. Tension mounts between Kieron and John Paul after a celebratory round of drinks following the 10k race, prompting the pair to face up to their feelings. Newt and Lauren exact revenge on Elliot by sending him an e-mail purporting to be from his father, while Sarah finds Roger's charms irresistible

Calvin investigates Newt and Lauren's claims, leading to the discovery of the corpse's identity. Warren is furious when he realises the revellers at the Las Vegas night expect free drinks, while Darren notices a familiar face at a sex addiction group. Kieron opens up to Niall at the SU Bar

Newt and Lauren struggle with the harsh reality of what they saw in the woods and reveal all to Calvin. Katy gives Justin a hand when preparations for his club night hit the rocks, while Kieron moves in with Niall to place some distance between himself and John Paul

Newt and Lauren make a terrifying discovery in the woods while out searching for Elliott. Sarah is stunned by Roger's flippant reaction when she reveals the lad is missing, and even more amazed to be introduced to his wife. John Paul tries to avoid Kieron, and Justin looks to impress Katy

Elliot is distraught when he catches Sarah and Roger in a compromising position and his misery is compounded when Newt and Lauren play out their cruel trick. Kieron and John Paul face up to the repercussions of spending the night together and the priest turns to Kris for advice

Tension mounts between Kieron and John Paul after a celebratory round of drinks following the 10k race, prompting the pair to face up to their feelings. Newt and Lauren exact revenge on Elliot by sending him an e-mail purporting to be from his father, while Sarah finds Roger's charms irresistible

Josh confronts Beth and Rhys about Michaela's claims, but his brother chides him for believing anything untoward is going on between them. Newt starts to feel guilty after playing a trick on Elliot, while Sarah and Roger find a place to spend some time alone and John Paul seeks reassurance from Kieron

Jacqui asks Tina to stay quiet about whose child she is carrying, fearing the news will leave both Dom and Tony devastated. Gilly makes plans for his future with Beth, but she remains more interested in Rhys - and the half-siblings are spotted sharing a kiss. Newt and Lauren enlist Elliot's help

Tina tries to find the right time to tell Dom the identity of the baby's father. Rhys and Beth are almost caught in the act by Mercedes, while John Paul becomes jealous when Kris and Keiron strike up a bond as they co-present the radio show and Josh spends the day with Michaela

Michaela and Sasha fall out over Fletch's behaviour and Josh asks his friend to admit he has a problem. Mercedes alienates her family by pouring scorn on the odd nature of Tina's surrogacy, while Hannah is wary when Sarah admits she has a thing for Roger

Elliot is disappointed when Sarah pulls out of co-presenting the Battle of the Bands but his dismay is tempered when he receives top marks in Roger's class. Jacqui learns the truth about who attacked Dom, Sasha resorts to stealing to fund her drug habit and Max tries to reconcile Frankie and Steph

Pauline tells Amy and Ste to stump up the cash from Leah's fundraising event to buy her silence about the extent of their lies. Max's plan to propose to Steph is thwarted yet again, Sasha is furious when Leo gatecrashes the Baby Diegos' band practice and Dom's ego takes a battering

Max comes to a big decision about the future of his relationship with Steph as he celebrates his birthday. Ste makes a connection with his mother, while Dom reassures Tina when she worries her pregnancy makes her less attractive to him. Sasha covers for Fletch when he skips school

The pressure mounts on Amy as her lies about Leah's health spiral even further out of control. Justin sets out to prove his commitment to Katy, Newt worries about what the Osborne family's troubles will mean for him, and Max comforts Steph after Frankie launches a vicious attack on her

Jake visits a shocked Frankie and begs her to give him the cash to be able to take Charlie and move to France. Katy tells Zak that her relationship with Justin comes with too much emotional baggage, while her boyfriend pours his heart out to Nancy - with surprising consequences

Frankie fears Jake may have killed himself and blames Steph for pushing her son over the edge. Zak pines after Katy following their kiss but is left frustrated as she spends time with Justin, while Mercedes increases the price of her silence over her one-night stand with Tony

Nancy's hope for a positive outcome in the custody case proves short-lived when she discovers Jake has disappeared with Charlie, and a message from her unhinged ex leads her to make a horrifying discovery. Justin overhears Katy bemoaning their problems, while Mercedes tries to blackmail Tony

Steph reveals that she saw Jake attempt to rape Nancy but Frankie refuses to believe her son is guilty. Justin breaks a promise to Katy to help Nancy enhance her custody case, while Tony enjoys the chance to spend time with his son. Elliot fears he has been stood up by Sarah

Jake accuses Nancy of making up claims that he attempted to rape her. Mercedes' doubts about Tony's fidelity deepen, while Max nervously prepares to pop the question to Steph. Elliot goes out of his way to secure tickets for a sci-fi convention when Sarah agrees to accompany him

Nancy flies into a rage when she learns Frankie and Jake have arranged a christening for Charlie without asking her permission. Steph is annoyed by Max dwelling on OB's departure, while Tony and Mercedes bicker at Il Gnosh and Kieron tells John Paul he wants their relationship to continue

Darren fires Mercedes after growing tired of her bad attitude, leading Jacqui to hire her to work at Il Gnosh. Nancy is plunged into despair when the custody battle for Charlie seems to swing in Jake's favour, Hannah pries into John Paul's lovelife and Darren offers Newt tips to help him woo Lauren

Amy decides to set her family straight about Ste's claims that Leah has leukaemia, but finds the task more difficult than she imagined. Kris tries to find out who is the object of John Paul's affections, while a case of crossed wires ends with Lauren and Newt making plans to have sex in a cemetery

Ste's lie about Leah's health quickly spreads through the village. John Paul tries his best to avoid Toby but finds it hard to ignore his charms, Rhys tries to get back into Mercedes' good books and Frankie encourages Jack to give Newt a talk about the facts of life

Mercedes urges Carmel to investigate the attack on Nana McQueen, while Niall revels in the suffering he has caused. John Paul and Kris compete to attract the attention of a good-looking student and Rhys cancels a date with Mercedes to spend time with Beth. Amy and Ste's electricity supply is cut off

Nana McQueen returns to the village in the wake of Myra's arrest and spends time chatting with Niall, who is infuriated when she recalls encouraging Myra to abandon her first child. Beth tells Rhys to cool his relationship with Mercedes, while Calvin does his best to win back Carmel's affections

Carmel mistakenly comes to the conclusion that Calvin has proposed, while Myra celebrates her daughter's passing-out day by throwing a surprise party. Gilly sells some of his treasured football programmes to buy Beth a ticket for a concert and Sasha's drug use spoils her birthday

Sasha is dismayed to spy Michaela trying to kiss Fletch and buys more drugs in an effort to win him back. Zoe is less than happy to realise Mike is completely dependent on her following his accident, while Nancy reveals the truth about Charlie's parentage. Carmel realises Myra is still claiming benefits despite finding a job

Ste's discovery of Mike and Zoe's affair looks set to tear the Barnes family apart. Niall grows sick of living with Michaela's bad habits and steers her back into Myra's welcoming arms, while Sasha and Fletch decide to take their relationship to the next level

OB realises he has no choice but to make a final decision about whether to move to London to start a new life with Summer or stay with his friends in Hollyoaks. Zoe persuades Kris to pose as her boyfriend to mask the truth about who she is really seeing, but an argument between Ste and Mike threatens to reveal all. Jake is furious when Justin and Nancy visit Charlie in hospital

Justin agrees to take Nancy's side in her custody battle against Jake, while Frankie and Jack miss Newt's poetry recital after being kept busy dealing with the warring couple. Zoe's affair with Mike is almost brought into the open when Sarah pressures her to reveal all about her love life

Nancy changes the locks at the flat and dumps Jake's clothes on the doorstep, certain that she wants him out of her life. Zak and Katy have an uncomfortable chat after sharing a kiss, while Frankie contemplates selling The Dog. Tony tells Max he should put OB's feelings first

Louise packs her bags and tells Warren it's over, leaving him desperate to prove he's gone straight for good, while Katy confides in Zak about her concerns over Justin. Kieron and John Paul face up to the events of the night before and OB makes a momentous decision about his future

Carl and Anthony lay siege to The Dog, holding staff and customers at gunpoint as they demand the money Jack borrowed from the loan shark - and a shot is fired as they try to make good their escape. John Paul and Kieron find themselves left in charge of the fashion show

Frankie is shocked when Jack confesses to borrowing cash from a loan shark to finance a bid to buy back Warren's half of the Dog. Katy finds that concentrating on the fashion show leaves her less time to spend with Justin, while John Paul and Kieron find themselves growing closer

Frankie is shocked to see the state Jake has been reduced to since Nancy left him, while Calvin rebukes Carmel for being overly suspicious. Louise tells Warren to ask Carl and Anthony to move on, fearing the pair will tempt him back into a life of crime - but the duo seem determined to stick around

Louise becomes suspicious of Warren when he begins to act distantly and keep secrets from her, while Darren returns to the Osborne family fold - but Jack and Frankie make it clear he still has a lot of making up to do. OB is surprised to find Steph has moved in with Max

Max treats OB and Summer to a surprise party at the Dog before asking a delighted Steph to move in with him. Jake and Nancy's marriage seems damaged beyond repair after the events of their wedding night, while Zak and Katy compete with Elliot and Sarah to raise money for charity

Jake and Nancy prepare for their big day by visiting Becca's grave, where the bride-to-be reveals her doubts about whether to proceed with the ceremony. OB remembers the good times he's spent in the village with Max as he prepares to move to London, while Katy does her best to cheer up Justin

Russ agrees to be Jake's best man, while Nancy builds bridges with Sarah and Hannah by inviting them to the wedding. OB looks for a way to tell Tom that he's leaving Hollyoaks, while Sasha and Fletch suffer the after-effects of experimenting with heroin

Sasha ignores Calvin's attempts to apologise for hitting her and decides to move in with Amy and Ste. Nancy is stunned when Jake insists on holding their wedding at the hospital chapel so Charlie can be present, while Danny is plagued with regret after ending his relationship with Hannah

Nancy is troubled by Jake's obsession with ensuring the wedding goes ahead in the face of Charlie's chemotherapy. Sasha feels ignored at home and resorts to taking drugs with Fletch, while Rhys and Beth give in to their illicit desires. Neville tries to come between Hannah and Danny

The announcement of Gilly and Beth's engagement increases the tension between Rhys and his half-sister. Calvin advises Danny to find out where he stands with Hannah, while Louise grows tired of her daily routine and begins to yearn for excitement and adventure

Rhys struggles to contain his jealousy as Gilly and Beth happily recount tales of their trip to Thailand. Fletch panics when Mrs Webster organises a locker search, fearing his stash of drugs will be discovered, while Elliot looks forward to his date with Sarah. Hannah worries about how her parents will react when they learn about her relationship with Danny

Michaela takes an HIV test on Niall's advice and is left distraught when she realises it could be three months until she receives the results. Rhys and Mercedes connect on an emotional level, while Max makes up with OB and wishes him the best before his move to London. Sarah asks Elliot to enter the pool competition

A smitten Elliot eagerly accepts Sarah's request for him to help Michaela work out who posted details of Niall's party on the Internet. OB tries to avoid telling Max about his plans to leave the village with Summer, while Rhys tells Fletch that his attraction to Mercedes is purely physical

Myra hits the roof when she finds heroin stashed away in Michaela's bedroom and her daughter unwittingly puts herself in danger by preparing to move in with Niall - but not before the drugs find their way into the hands of Fletch. Summer and OB discuss leaving Hollyoaks, while Russ aims to turn the tables on his blackmailers

Michaela wakes up in hospital, where she tries in vain to convince her family that she wasn't taking drugs at the party. Newt and Lauren continue to torment Russ, while OB helps a nervous Summer prepare for her big audition

The day of Niall's party arrives, and his behaviour takes an even more sinister twist as the night comes to an end, leaving Michaela in serious danger. Newt and Lauren plot revenge on Russ for disciplining them, while Sasha struggles when forced to disguise her drug-induced state from Leo

Michaela is taken back in by the McQueen clan after being framed for stealing by Ste, and Niall is furious when she becomes the centre of attention following her return to the fold. Zoe asks Mike to make the boundaries of their relationship clearer, while Summer's plan to stalk guest star Andrew Lloyd Webber looks set to propel her into the big time

Sarah receives a letter from Kathy and visits Amy to read it with her sister, while Zoe asks Mike to explain what was behind his outburst at Sarah's party. John Paul wonders whether to keep the truth about Kieron's sexuality a secret, while Summer hatches an unorthodox plan to make herself a star

John Paul mistakes Kieron's concern about his relationship with Robin for disapproval about his sexuality. However, the clergyman offers up a bombshell when he learns the McQueen lad has severed his ties with the philandering barman. Meanwhile, Summer and OB have the time of their lives in London

Mike and Zoe endeavour to spend more time alone together. Danny reflects on his unsuccessful date with Hannah, and OB finds himself defending Summer from Steph's unkind comments. Kieron's presence makes it difficult for John Paul to relax as he tries to enjoy a night out with Robin

Frankie tells Newt to stay away from Lauren after she learns the pair have been skipping school. Jake receives stern words from his mother, convincing him to visit Nancy and Charlie at the hospital, while Danny is delighted when Hannah suggests they go on a date

Jake and Nancy struggle to come to terms with the news that Charlie has been diagnosed with leukaemia. Tom manages to find his way to the Valentines', where Newt and Lauren proceed to dress him up in eyeliner and a dog collar. Zak plays matchmaker between Robin and John Paul

Jake removes all of the phones from the flat when he realises Nancy is considering getting in touch with Sarah, and his controlling behaviour puts Charlie's health at risk. OB sticks up for Summer when Newt and Lauren knock her acting abilities, while John Paul takes a shine to the Dog's new barman

Nancy and Jake receive a frosty reception from Hannah and Sarah as they arrive home from their break. Summer inspires Carmel to find the courage to pick up the results of her assessment, while Tina confides her worries to Mercedes about the effect her pregnancy could have on her marriage to Dom

Dom gives Tina an ultimatum, telling his wife they have no future together if she goes ahead with the plan to have a baby for Jacqui. Carmel's desire to join the police force sees her preparing for a fitness test, while Russ tells Nancy to ignore Jake's unkind comments about her desire to help him plot out his career

Myra is full of regret after hitting Michaela, but her confidence that her daughter will return home seems misplaced when Ste arrives to pick up her things. Tony worries about the toll Tina's decision to be a surrogate mum is taking on Dom, while Russ is taken aback by the way Jake treats Nancy

Jacqui's excitement at the prospect of Tina's pregnancy begins to drive her sister to distraction, while Newt helps Darren find somewhere to sleep. Jack is turned down for a loan because of his weak heart, and Myra blames Ste for Michaela's decision to experiment with drugs

Mike pours his heart out to Zoe, revealing that he has developed feelings for her and imploring her not to move away, while Rhys and unlikely contender Mercedes battle it out in the Mr Hollyoaks competition. Niall offers Myra a job at Evissa and Michaela continues to neglect her studies

When Warren clashes with Jack at the Dog, Frankie asks the pair to cool their tempers as Newt's social worker pays a visit. Mike and Zoe ponder the repercussions of spending the night together, while Myra reaches the end of her tether after Michaela plays truant. Elsewhere, Zak, Rhys and Elliot are signed up to compete in a 'Mr Hollyoaks' competition

Worried that she is partly to blame for Mike's decision to ask Kathy to leave, Zoe decides to find somewhere else to live. Amy takes Michaela's advice and gets back together with Ste, but an unwelcome visitor arrives to spoil their reunion. Kris looks set to discover the truth behind the pirate radio broadcasts

Mike tries his best to stand by Kathy, but after relations between them take yet another turn for the worse, he asks her to leave the Barnes family home. Myra takes great delight in making a fuss of Father Kieron, while Elliot celebrates getting one over on Kris by remarking on the popularity of the pirate radio broadcasts

John Paul finds Michaela's attempts to flirt with Father Kieron hilarious, but her brother's mocking laughter fails to put her off the chase. Amy struggles to deal with the revelations about Kathy's actions, while Mike is left stunned when his wife acts as though nothing has happened

Carmel figures out who is terrorising the Ashworths, but has her work cut out convincing them that she is accusing the right person. Amy worries that she will be expelled from school because of Nige, while a handsome stranger catches Mercedes' attention - but she receives a shock when she learns who he is

Mike prepares a special meal to celebrate his and Kathy's wedding anniversary, but when his wife fails to return home he takes the opportunity to get to know Zoe. Rhys and Suzanne worry about the continuing hate campaign being waged against them, while Zak finds three's a crowd when he spends time with Justin and Katy

Omnibus. Mike prepares a special meal to celebrate his and Kathy's wedding anniversary, but when his wife fails to return home he takes the opportunity to get to know Zoe. Rhys and Suzanne worry about the continuing hate campaign being waged against them, while Zak finds three's a crowd when he spends time with Justin and Katy

Nancy becomes inconsolable after Jake tells her he thinks the allegations against her are true - and looks set for a nerve-racking meeting with Mrs Webster at the school. Sasha is devastated after spending the night in a prison cell, while Zak goes out of his way to avoid Val

Jake suggests to Nancy that they go out for the day, all too aware the police are on their way to arrest his unsuspecting fiancee. Katy invites Justin and Zak on a drunken night out, while Lauren is embarrassed by her mother's antics and Fletch tries to patch up his differences with Sasha

Lauren makes it clear to Val that she isn't interested in spending time with her. Kris laments the fact that both the women he had romantic intentions toward have left the village, while Jake struggles to hold his tongue when Nancy suggests going out for a drink with Russ

Jack dismisses Darren's excuses for failing to win back his share of The Dog as his son searches frantically for any sign of Jess. Summer worries about telling Kris that she has decided to be with OB, while a hungover Nancy faces up to a furious Jake following her drunken antics the night before. Danny and Lauren's mother Valerie arrives in the village

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Darren meets with Warren in the hope of buying back his share of The Dog, but his plans suffer a last-minute hitch. Carmel spots a suspicious-looking device in an abandoned car, prompting Calvin to spring into action, while OB hopes for an opportunity to express his feelings for Summer

Tony faces a dilemma, feeling he has to choose between Dom's happiness with Tina or Jacqui's delight at the prospect of being a mother. Elliot seems in a sombre mood following his Christmas break, while Newt celebrates his return to the Osbornes' by romancing Lauren

Dom is left feeling betrayed when he hears of Tina's plan to be a surrogate mum for Tony and Jacqui. Rhys pleads with Beth to stop stringing Gilly along and admit that he is the one she wants to be with, while Jessica feels guilty after stealing from Louise, but Darren insists she did the right thing

Jacqui's joy at Tina offering to be a surrogate mum is in sharp contrast to Tony's mood as he wonders whether Mercedes will reveal his secret. Darren and Jess face temptation when they get the chance to steal takings from Evissa, while Rhys struggles to contain his envy as Gilly plans his trip with Beth

As his odd fascination with the McQueen clan continues, Niall finds himself invited to spend Christmas day with the family. Beth and Rhys try to act naturally after the events of the night before, while Gilly reveals he is planning to travel to Thailand. Darren is heartbroken when Jack and Frankie blank him at the hospital, before Warren offers him the chance to buy back his share in The Dog. Meanwhile, Mercedes warns Tony she will do everything she can to prevent him from marrying Jacqui

Steph comforts Darren after he blames himself for causing Jack's heart attack. Tina faces an uncertain future as she prepares for Dom to return home from his holiday, while Hannah decides to try her hand at playing Cupid when Rhys reveals he has been dumped by Sarah

The repercussions of Warren's win reverberate across the village, as Louise berates her fiance for gambling with his livelihood and Darren dreads telling Jack about his loss. Rhys looks to put his feelings for Beth behind him by telling Sarah he loves her, while Summer and OB share a kiss under the mistletoe

Zoe tries to help Darren by convincing him to visit a counsellor, but is taken aback when he gets the wrong impression and tries to kiss her. OB feels guilty when Simon tells him he has decided to leave the area, and Beth becomes jealous when she sees Rhys getting close to Sarah

Max tries to apologise to OB for what happened to Simon, but is left shocked when his pal belittles their longstanding friendship. Steph's half-hearted attempts at standing in for the musical's assistant director lead to Summer getting injured, while Warren tempts Darren by inviting him to join a game of cards

The truth behind Simon's odd behaviour is finally revealed when his wife arrives in the village. Tony upsets Summer by criticising her performance in the musical, while Tina is unimpressed when she finds out Jacqui has taken on her old job at the college

Jake shocks Nancy by proposing to her at Charlie's naming ceremony, and Steph notices something odd about the engagement ring he offers her. Darren is plagued with guilt after Newt's sudden departure, Gilly and Rhys delve into Simon's past and Michaela invites Nige to join the Baby Diegos

Nancy is reunited with Jake when she confesses she needs to be close to him and Charlie more than ever. Amy becomes increasingly worried about Nige staying at the flat, OB goes for a drink with Summer, and Darren plants the stolen jewellery in Newt's backpack

Driven to desperation when a thug threatens to hurt Zoe if he can't pay off his gambling debts, Darren stoops to stealing jewellery from Frankie. Max and Steph worry that OB is setting his hopes of romance too high when he seizes an opportunity to spend more time with Summer, while Nancy decides that she is better off single

Darren faces a crisis of conscience when Jess asks him to accompany her for one last night at the casino, before he is mugged after volunteering to bank The Dog's takings. Fletch panics and flushes Ste's supply of drugs down the toilet when the pair are nearly caught out by Amy, while Nancy questions why Jake has left her

Omnibus. Jake walks out on Nancy after she rejects his idea to hold a naming ceremony for baby Charlie. Carmel informs her sisters they will have to keep on the straight and narrow now she is dating Calvin, while Ste faces up to the prospect of a miserable Christmas when he gets sacked from his job

Jake walks out on Nancy after she rejects his idea to hold a naming ceremony for baby Charlie. Carmel informs her sisters they will have to keep on the straight and narrow now she is dating Calvin, while Ste faces up to the prospect of a miserable Christmas when he gets sacked from his job

Rhys finds it a struggle keeping up the facade of being over Beth and is hurt when he sees her trying to cultivate a relationship with Gilly. Tina feels terrible when she wakes up next to Russ and decides her marriage to Dom is over, while Elliot and John Paul set up a pirate radio show

Russ becomes Tina's saviour when he walks in on Pete groping her and promptly punches the lecherous teacher. Hannah suffers traumatic flashbacks when Justin and Danny feast on crisps at the Dog, while Rhys spots Gilly kissing Beth. John Paul and Elliot plot to put Kris in his place

Danny's attempts to impress Hannah by putting up the Christmas lights at the Drive 'n' Buy end in disaster when his efforts result in a power failure hitting the village. Meanwhile, Tina and Pete are trapped together when their classroom is plunged into darkness. Rhys and Sarah continue their reconciliation, and John Paul impresses Elliot by standing up to Kris

Gilly's excitement about Beth inviting him to a music quiz is tempered when he realises she has also asked Rhys, while Danny and Hannah hit it off at the same event. Tina is upset when she finds Dom enjoying a drink with Pete, while Danny and Justin look for work

New stylist Niall makes a good impression on his first day of work at Evissa, but manages to get on the wrong side of Warren. Beth gets a ticking off at the Drive 'n' Buy for selling alcohol to an underage customer, while Pete tricks Tina into thinking there is going to be a teachers' night out at the Loft

Jake's jealousy grows when Newt interrupts his night in with Nancy, and he worries that history will repeat itself and his lover will fall for a schoolboy. Dom is angry with Tina when he finds out she offered to be a surrogate mum for Jacqui, while Sarah persuades Mike to take Zoe in

Kris finds his suspicions about Darren and Jessica confirmed when he overhears the pair talking on the phone. Jacqui takes her frustrations out on Myra for backing Mercedes' decision before Tina offers her an alternative solution to her woes. Jake is perturbed when Nancy offers to give Newt extra tuition

The McQueen sisters rally round to convince Mercedes to let Jacqui and Tony bring up the baby, but are too late to stop her visiting an abortion clinic. Malachy competes with Justin and Danny for a contract to refurbish Evissa, while Kris suspects Darren has been cheating on Zoe with Jess

Mercedes is shocked when Tony concedes that Jacqui's idea for the couple to bring up her baby would be a good solution for all involved. Zoe and Darren's relationship problems continue, while Jake is troubled by how close Nancy and Russ are becoming

Mercedes reveals that she's pregnant and Jacqui decides the unborn child could be the answer to her and Tony's prayers. Rhys tries to put his feelings for Beth behind him by helping Gilly win her over, while Darren tries to keep his fling with Jessica a secret and Tina's misery at the hands of Pete continues

Zoe and Steph continue to clash over their video project and Darren is unable to fight the temptation to go to the casino with Jess - and after a lucrative win, there are other things he can't resist, too. Tony feels like a condemned man after Mercedes' revelation and Myra makes Jacqui an offer

Mercedes makes a startling revelation that leaves Tony stunned. Rhys enjoys spending time working with Hannah at the Drive and Buy but is consumed by jealousy when he sees Beth linking arms with Gilly. Darren and Jess celebrate their good fortune, while Zoe and Steph find their artistic visions clash as they begin work on their video project

Jake's behaviour toward Nancy becomes more spiteful as he tricks her into thinking she has lost her keys, causing her to miss an important exam. Hannah enjoys her date with Danny, while Rhys becomes jealous of the amount of time Beth is spending with Gilly. Darren and Jess decide to try their luck at a casino

Zoe is shocked when she realises Darren stole her money to gamble with and tells him that their relationship is over. Jake struggles to contain his rage when Nancy arrives home late after going for a drink with Sarah and Hannah, while Kris takes great pleasure in teasing Malachy

The Ashworth clan face up to their problems as they begin a family counselling course. Nancy reprimands Jake for enjoying a wild night out the day before he starts his new job, while Zoe discovers how deeply Darren has fallen into debt. Carmel tries to keep her relationship with Calvin a secret

Katy confides in Justin that she thinks Warren torched Evissa to claim the insurance, while her brother overhears Ste bragging about starting the fire. Hannah feels put out when her return home is overshadowed by Beth's surprise party, while Malachy encourages Jake to let off some steam

Calvin rescues Louise from the burning Evissa and administers mouth-to-mouth, inciting a jealous rage in Warren. Gilly looks to confirm his suspicions about Simon, while Jake finds he has something in common with Kris's brother Malachy. Max and Steph perform at the Singing Sensations competition

Ste is infuriated by Warren's disrespectful attitude toward him and plans to gain his revenge by setting fire to Evissa. Louise is shocked when Carmel arrives at her engagement party with Calvin as her date and Nancy pleads with Jake to curb his aggressive behaviour

Carmel is excited when her horoscope predicts she will fall in love, and starts to take a romantic interest in Calvin. Louise is relieved when Carl reports that Warren is keeping his nose clean, while Nancy is annoyed when Sarah tells her she's become boring. Max partners Steph in a singing competition

Mike confronts Kathy about her decision to contact social services about Amy and Leah, but she tells him she did it out of compassion. Louise starts to believe her fiance is up to something illegal, while elsewhere Ste admits to stealing her fiance's credit card. Steph and Summer compete in a singing competition

Amy is furious when a social worker visits her to talk about Leah, and accuses Mike of asking them to check up on her. Louise is reminded of her tangled past when Carmel suggests she start making preparations for her marriage to Warren, while Tina finds Dom is too wrapped up in his own worries to discuss hers

Pete's harassment continues and an increasingly miserable Tina finds her tolerance being pushed to its limits. Michaela convinces Amy to hold a housewarming party, while Tony resolves to convince Jacqui that their relationship is worth one final chance

Mercedes and Tony are instantly filled with regret after spending the night together, while Tina seeks advice from Myra on the best way to react to Pete's increasingly inappropriate behaviour. Ste takes Warren's wallet and goes on a spending spree, while Rhys finds it difficult to shake off his attraction to Beth

Tony and Mercedes drunkenly reflect on what went wrong in their relationships and end up falling into bed together. Amy thinks her and Ste's worries are over when he brings home a crisis loan cheque, while Rhys defends Beth when Josh berates her for using Hannah's things

Omnibus. Amy is over the moon when Ste reveals he has found them a council flat, but worries about how Mike will react. Jacqui is incensed to learn Tony is still in contact with Harry, while Dom feels left on the sidelines as Tina gets wrapped up in her new job. Gilly asks Beth to stay with the Ashworths

Amy is over the moon when Ste reveals he has found them a council flat, but worries about how Mike will react. Jacqui is incensed to learn Tony is still in contact with Harry, while Dom feels left on the sidelines as Tina gets wrapped up in her new job. Gilly asks Beth to stay with the Ashworths

Jacqui finds it painful seeing how happy Tony is when he's around Harry and asks him to choose between her and his son. Rhys becomes jealous when Calvin makes a move on Beth, while Steph worries that she will no longer be the centre of attention as Summer starts work at MOBs

Rhys reacts angrily when Beth suggests they talk about how Noel's death has affected them. Tina gets off to a good start on her first day at work and Summer agrees to take a job at Mobs. Tony is delighted by how well Jacqui takes the news about Harry

Tony and Tessie agree that they have plenty to talk about and decide to meet in secret, but Jacqui jumps to the wrong conclusion when she happens across them embracing. Tina suffers from a bad case of nerves as she prepares for a job interview, Newt and Lauren concoct a sick prank and Rhys finds out that Gilly has fallen for Beth

Tony is astonished when a string of his ex-girlfriends arrive in the village for his birthday party and finds his life turned upside down when one of his old flames makes a stunning revelation. Steph finds a way into Tom's affections by helping him fix one of his toys, while Summer vows to make the best of her remaining time with James before he goes off to war

Steph bites off more than she can chew when she vows to get Newt to school on time as well as taking on babysitting duties for Max and Nancy. Tina and Dom are keen to outdo Jacqui in providing the biggest surprise for Tony's birthday, while Summer and Kris get their wires crossed

Mike and Sarah agree to visit Ste and Amy with the troubled lad's stepfather after he arrives unexpectedly at the Barnes's. Darren shares his disappointment with Newt after losing a significant sum on a bet, Steph heads off for an acting audition and Jake feels frustrated with his lot in life

Frankie and Jack throw a birthday party for Newt to help him feel more at home at The Dog. With Jake away, Nancy and Russ share a few drinks and start to see each other in a different light. Max does his best to keep Steph on his side, while Amy tells Ste she's unhappy staying at the B&B

Ste manages to find temporary accommodation, while Sarah and Michaela try to convince Amy to return home. Steph finds it difficult to connect with Tom and is taken aback when she overhears him insulting her. The Baby Diegos endure a series of creative differences, while Rhys and Beth continue to bicker

Mike clashes with Amy and Ste at Sarah's birthday party, prompting his youngest daughter to take drastic action. Neville tries to work out the source of the tension between Rhys and Beth, while a reluctant Max agrees to accompany Steph to dinner at the Osbornes'

Rhys spots a familiar face at Noel's funeral, leading to the lad making a shocking discovery. The tension over Ste's presence in the Barnes household spoils Sarah's birthday celebrations, while Frankie and Jack prepare for the arrival of another foster child

Mike asks Amy to return home and takes his anger out on Ste when she refuses. Darren realises his attitude toward Jack and Frankie's fostering is getting the pair down and encourages them to give it another go. Rhys reacts badly to news of Noel's death, culminating in an emotional talk with Suzanne

Neville hopes to enjoy his birthday, but the celebrations are tempered by Hannah's worryingly frail appearance and the death of his brother Noel. Louise feels closer to Warren after he lets his emotional barriers down to discuss his unhappy childhood and Darren complains about having to live with Daisy

Katy urges Warren to own up to Louise about murdering Sean, while Frankie reveals she has decided to take in a foster child without telling Jack, much to Darren's disgust. Myra is shocked to find some of her money has disappeared and suspicion soon falls upon Nana McQueen

Warren worries that his murderous past has caught up with him when a body is found and Louise, convinced that the corpse is Sean's, asks him to help her identify the remains. Carmel treats Mercedes to a fake tan that goes drastically wrong, while Tom has an accident when OB neglects to watch over him

Katy returns from hospital and is thrilled when Warren gives his blessing to her relationship with Justin. OB pays more attention to an attractive girl than Tom when he takes the youngster swimming, while Jessica is let off the hook for the gas leak in the halls and the rift between Mercedes and Carmel widens

Katy defends Justin when Warren tells him to leave after she wakes up in hospital, while the McQueen family gather around Carmel's bed and wait for news of her condition. Jessica asks Danny to keep quiet about the work he did on the boiler and Gilly teases Rhys after Beth fails to get in touch with him

Justin visits the halls to talk Katy round but springs into action when he finds everyone at the flat is unconscious. Rhys takes Beth home to introduce her to his parents and ends up getting more than he bargained for, while OB realises why Tom seems so unhappy about Max seeing Steph

The students plan a party to celebrate Kris's return and John Paul moving into the flat and entrust Jessica with the cash to pay a plumber to fix their boiler. However, the hard-up girl pays Danny to do the work instead and pockets the rest of the cash, with potentially disastrous consequences for her friends. Carmel and Russ talk about how their friendship is developing and Rhys gives Hannah the gossip on his relationship with Beth

Rhys becomes furious when he realises he doesn't have a way to contact Beth after Gilly accidentally puts his mobile in the washing machine. Jessica tells Justin to step up his efforts if he wants to win Katy back, while jealousy inspires Tom to play a trick on Max as his brother prepares for his date with Steph

Omnibus. Rhys can't believe his luck when he hooks up with Beth for a date and the pair find they're a match made in heaven, while Max finds it impossible to tell Steph that he's fallen for her. Jacqui worries about impressing the adoption officer and enlists Carmel to help tone down her image

Jacqui finds it difficult to put the upset of losing the baby behind her, and after spending some time looking after Charlie she tells Tony she'd like to give adoption a go. Rhys accidentally knocks a girl over while driving to a gig and Danny goes too far with Steph, giving Max the opportunity to make a play for her affections

Max sets out to make his feelings toward Steph crystal clear after worrying he might have blown his chances with her. Rhys has an emotional chat with Gilly about Hannah's anorexia and apologises for believing the false accusation she made against him. John Paul moves into Elliot's room at the halls

Carmel tells Mercedes she doesn't deserve to be with Russ, but her sister resolves to ask him to take her back anyway. Max finds it difficult to express his feelings for Steph, who is left thinking he just wants to stay friends, while John Paul and Tina's frustration with their lack of privacy comes to a head

Mercedes and Carmel come in for a shock when their spa holiday turns out to be a gruelling survival course, where the former is charmed by an Army instructor. Max looks after Steph after she suffers an epileptic seizure, while Myra feels down in the dumps after being left home alone and Amy finds it difficult to trust Ste after all that's happened between them

Amy's party proves far more popular than she imagined when Michaela posts details of the shindig on the Internet and events at the bash begin to get out of hand, leaving Ste to come to the rescue. Myra tries to demonstrate that her family are a solid unit by getting the clan together for a meal, while Kris grows tired of Jess and Zoe's constant bickering

Danny convinces Justin to try to win Katy back, but his efforts fail when she jumps to the wrong conclusion after spotting him breaking up an argument between John Paul and Nancy. The tension mounts between Jess and Zoe when they attend the Freshers' Ball

Jake thinks Nancy is cheating on him when she decides to spend more time with her college friends than him. Amy is annoyed when Josh fails to turn up for their date and she ends up talking to Ste, who tries to convince her that he has changed for the better. Katy gets the wrong impression of John Paul

Sarah rushes away to attend a modelling job, leaving Amy home alone - and later that night, a hooded figure breaks in and confronts her. Rhys and Josh are stricken with guilt after learning how badly Hannah's condition has deteriorated, while Jake's plans for a romantic evening in with Nancy look set to be dashed

Hannah continues to turn down offers of help from her family and refuses to visit a doctor. Amy refuses to let Mike take Leah when he pays Kathy a visit and is left arguing with Sarah over babysitting duties, but neither of them realise they are being watched by a sinister figure. Katy's first day at college doesn't go to plan

Josh and Rhys try to get through to Hannah, while Justin vows to win Katy back after their quarrel and Danny makes it his goal to help reunite the couple. Amy implores Sasha and Michaela to put aside their disagreements over Fletch and Steph makes a play for Max's affections

Sarah and Suzanne worry Hannah has still not properly recovered from her eating disorder when she passes out. Frankie finds it difficult to adjust to life without Craig, while OB realises Max's experiences with Clare have made him nervous about taking his friendship with Steph any farther

Craig and John Paul say their farewells as they prepare to head off for a new life in Ireland, but find themselves faced with a few lingering doubts to overcome before they fully commit to one another. Steph comforts Max, who he blames himself for the damage and hurt Clare has caused since she arrived at the village

Max and Warren race into action when Clare goes on the run with a hostage in tow, and when her car plunges over the edge of a quarry it looks certain that the pursuit will end in tragedy. Sarah looks to Rhys for support after learning about Craig and John Paul's plan to move to Dublin

Clare returns in dramatic style, determined to exact revenge on the person who tried to kill her by kidnapping someone very close to them. Craig is hurt when Frankie blurts out her true feelings about his relationship with John Paul, while Sarah does her best to support Hannah at Melissa's funeral

Warren throws a party at The Loft to celebrate resuming control of the club and offers Justin the position of manager. Sarah is upset when she overhears John Paul and Craig planning a new life together in Dublin and asks for support from Hannah, but her friend is still struggling to cope with life without Melissa. Max decides to act on his feelings for Steph

Clare finally discovers the identity of the person who tried to murder her as she prepares to leave the village for good. Craig lashes out when Darren taunts him about his relationship with John Paul, while Danny helps Calvin come round to the idea of Leo returning to the fold

Unwilling to deal with Warren and put on edge by his bully-boy tactics, Clare offers to sell The Loft back to Max. The McQueen and Osborne clans ask Craig and John Paul to cool things off, but it's not long before the pair are back in one another's arms. Danny and Lauren look set to move away from the Village

Clare manages to manipulate Louise, telling her Warren will never truly forgive her for her decision to have an abortion. Sarah thinks over her relationship with Craig and confides in Nancy that she hopes they could be reunited. Sasha and Lauren spend some time bonding

Tempers spill over at the engagement party when Sarah catches Craig in bed with John Paul. Frankie accuses the McQueen lad of corrupting her son, leading to Mercedes resigning from her job at The Dog in protest. Clare turns down Warren's offer to buy The Loft, while Danny's charm offensive starts to bear fruit as he continues his pursuit of Mercedes

Sarah is delighted when Frankie throws and engagement party for her and Craig, but her fiance can only worry about how John Paul will react when he finds out. Mercedes catches Danny's eye when he hits the town with Calvin, while Justin is embarrassed when he can only afford a small gift for Katy's birthday

John Paul feels guilty when Hannah's friends make it clear they believe he is responsible for her anorexia. Nancy convinces Sarah that she should tell everyone about her engagement to Craig, Warren announces his intentions to buy The Loft and Leo tries to talk his way out of a tricky situation

Sasha's first day at college proves eventful, as Fletch makes a desperate plea to win her back after his dalliance with Michaela, and her father makes an unexpected confession. Hannah's friends find out about her anorexia and Craig warns John Paul he is the last person she'll want to see

Hannah helps Melissa escape from hospital and together they make plans to leave the country. However, when the pair return to the Ashworths' to retrieve Hannah's passport, Suzanne catches them in the act. Craig goes to great lengths to keep his engagement to Sarah a secret, while Fletch finds it difficult juggling the demands of two girlfriends

Russ is upset when he overhears Nancy and Jake discussing how glad they are that he's moving out and finds a shoulder to cry on in Carmel. A doctor visits Hannah and confirms to Suzanne that her daughter is suffering from an eating disorder, while Fletch tries to decide between Michaela and Sasha

Omnibus. Tired of Russ's self-pity and drunken behaviour, Nancy tells Jake that he has to go. Suzanne blames herself for not realising what was wrong with Hannah, while Jessica takes on a job at the Dog to try to solve her money problems. Sasha and Michaela continue to fight over Fletch

Tired of his self-pity and drunken behaviour, Nancy tells Jake that Russ has to go. Suzanne tortures herself for not realising what was wrong with Hannah, while Jessica takes on a job at the Dog to try to solve her money problems. Sasha and Michaela continue to fight over Fletch

Hannah quickly regrets making false claims against Gilly, while her devastated friend talks to Suzanne in an effort to clear his name. Darren and Zoe spend time getting to know each other better, Jake impresses Nancy by distancing himself from Russ's laddish behaviour and Jessica faces a moral dilemma

Jessica is delighted when her father arrives with plenty of cash, hoping her money worries are over for good - but events soon take a dramatic turn. Hannah feels completely alone after Melissa's collapse, while Darren tries to get Zoe into bed and Nancy delivers a few home truths to Russ

Jacqui is feeling low after spending the night in jail and is left unsure how to react when Tony declares his love for her. Gilly searches for an opportunity to tell Rhys and Josh about his fears for Hannah when the pair return from holiday, while Darren plans a romantic picnic for Zoe

Omnibus. Warren taunts Clare, telling her that whoever pushed her is still on the loose, while Russ and Calvin are still fuming at the jury's decision to let the bad boy go free. Mercedes and Jacqui are left distraught after both splitting up with their other halves, and Fletch invites Sasha out on a date - but Michaela throws a spanner into the works

Distraught at the breakdown of her relationship with Tony and the loss of their child, Jacqui returns to her old ways, setting off on a shoplifting spree. Louise asks Warren to reassure her that he is a changed man and he sweeps her off her feet for a romantic dinner. Jessica cheats Frankie and Tony out of money

Warren taunts Clare, telling her that whoever pushed her is still on the loose, while Russ and Calvin are still fuming at the jury's decision to let the bad boy go free. Mercedes and Jacqui are left distraught after both splitting up with their other halves, and Fletch invites Sasha out on a date - but Michaela throws a spanner into the works

Russ is left stunned by the unexpected turn of events at the trial, while Clare, Katy and Louise anxiously await news of Warren's fate. OB sets Max up on a dinner date with Steph, but Tom intervenes and seizes the opportunity to court the object of his affections

Louise speaks up for Warren as the trial continues, before an unexpected face steps forward as a witness. Max helps Tom smarten up as he coaches the youngster in his quest to sweep Steph off her feet, while Katy decides to take drastic action to help her brother

Tensions run high as Warren's trial begins, with Clare and Calvin taking to the stand for the prosecution. Michaela receives a hostile reception from Amy when she returns from her holiday, while a mixture of guilt and a cash incentive from OB inspire Steph to volunteer to nurse Max back to health

Jake helps out Russ and Mercedes by offering the couple a place to stay after they argue about having to live at Myra's. Katy feels let down by Justin after he refuses to support Warren in court, while Max and OB host a limbo competition to try to drum up interest in Mobs

Omnibus. Katy is horrified by the state Warren is in when she visits him in prison and pleads with Justin to be a character witness for her brother. Tina and Mercedes argue about the lack of space at the McQueens', while Jake and Nancy endeavour to keep the truth about their relationship a secret from Margaret

Katy is horrified by the state Warren is in when she visits him in prison and pleads with Justin to be a character witness for her brother. Tina and Mercedes argue about the lack of space at the McQueens', while Jake and Nancy endeavour to keep the truth about their relationship a secret from Margaret

Craig and John Paul are left on tenterhooks as they wonder whether Spike will stay quiet about their secret relationship. The pair find themselves forced into a corner when Sarah begins to think her boyfriend might be seeing someone else. Carmel tells Jacqui she has broken her heart by forcing Aleksander out of Tony's flat

Carmel is inconsolable when Tony decides Aleksander should leave the flat, telling him he and Jacqui can't continue to live a lie after the trauma of recent events. Illicit lovers Craig and John Paul have an awkward moment when Sarah meets up with the pair to collect their exam results

Jacqui packs her suitcase and looks set to walk out on Tony, upsetting him with a series of hurtful remarks. Spike takes full advantage of an opportunity to tease Craig about his relationship with John Paul, and the pair are almost caught in the act by Jack

Hannah's friends and family start to notice changes in her appearance, but Melissa assures her she is doing the right thing. Spike is intrigued by Craig's odd reaction to the mention of John Paul's name and resolves to find out the truth. Jacqui is distraught to learn she could have trouble conceiving again after her miscarriage

Tony and Jacqui find it difficult to accept the loss of their baby, leaving Myra concerned about her daughter's state of mind. Craig takes the opportunity to spend time getting intimate with John Paul, but the pair risk getting caught out when Jake goes looking for them. Hannah warns Gilly to keep his distance and Jessica's cash worries deepen

Clare is unnerved when OB warns her that the person who tried to kill her may return to finish off the job. Dom tries his best to repair the rift between Tony and Jacqui, reminding his brother that all relationships can be hard work. Gilly tries to make Hannah see she is being manipulated by Melissa

Tony takes drastic action when the pain of seeing Aleksander being congratulated as the father of his and Jacqui's child becomes overbearing. Jessica's fledgling business enterprise looks set to crash and burn, while Katy and Louise are overjoyed when Warren's release becomes more likely. Suzanne tries to force Hannah to eat

A letter from Mandy brings back floods of memories for Tony and leads him and Jacqui to tell Myra about the pregnancy. Sarah tells Suzanne that she thinks Hannah is taking drugs, Justin vows to stay by Katy's side and Elliot returns to the village with good news. Jessica and Zak put a new business plan into operation

Sarah tries to get to the bottom of what's wrong with Hannah and is alarmed when her friend collapses. Justin and Katy decide that their future lies away from the village, but bad news for Warren prompts his sister to reconsider her options. Jessica and Zak get new jobs providing horoscope readings over the phone

Clare is upset to find The Loft is a mess on her first day back at work and settles down to drown her sorrows. Mike fears Amy and Kathy's relationship is beyond repair when the youngster refuses to visit her mother after her breakdown, while Tina and Dom return from their honeymoon

Amy worries frantically about her missing daughter and fears the worst when Mike receives a phone call from the police. Tony grows closer to Carmel, comforting the dizzy McQueen sister when she is upset by the strained atmosphere at Nancy's dinner party. Gilly tries his best to get through to Hannah when he catches her alone

The Barnes family are thrown into panic when they realise Kathy has disappeared with Leah, and Amy blasts Mike for not picking up on his wife's recent odd behaviour. Gilly confronts Hannah and makes a shocking accusation, while Jacqui grows jealous as Carmel keeps up the pretence of being Tony's other half a little too well. Elliot determines not to return to Wales with his mother

Sarah confronts John Paul over the gossip circulating about her family, but he misunderstands and concludes his relationship with Craig is out in the open. The Barnes clan struggle to deal with the fallout of their darkest secrets being revealed in a magazine, while Tony feels the pressure when an immigration officer arrives to talk to Aleksander

Worried her daughter is taking on too much responsibility for Leah, Kathy plays mind games with Amy to try to convince her she isn't up to the job. Craig and Sarah return from their holiday, but John Paul finds it difficult having to listen to all the sordid details of their time away. Steph encourages Elliot to stand up to his mother

Steph and Russ both enjoy their graduation day, but Mercedes worries her husband will become suspicious if gossip about her and Warren continues to circulate. Nancy has difficulty keeping her feelings for Jake under wraps, Michaela happens across a way to make some easy money and Kathy finds it hard to adjust to spending less time with Leah

Mercedes and Russ return home from honeymoon, but the new Mrs Owen receives an unwelcome reception from Louise, who asks her to come clean to the police and back up Warren's alibi. Melissa continues to encourage Hannah through her dangerous regimen of exercise and starvation and Gilly becomes increasingly worried about his friend's odd behaviour

Nancy and Jake hide their relationship by staging an argument for Steph's benefit - but some of the barbs hit a little too close to home. Calvin is furious when he realises his family believe he might have pushed Clare, while Gilly is shocked when Hannah lashes out at him and vows to find out what's troubling her

Calvin baulks at Leo's request that he give some thought to returning to work, and when Louise tries to intervene her ex lets slip a secret about the night that Clare was pushed. Amy feels very much alone after being dumped by Josh and prevented from looking after Leah by Kathy, while Melissa tries to distract Hannah from thoughts of food, and John Paul enjoys an afternoon with Spike

Suzanne books a family holiday in France to try and cheer up a dejected Josh. Before they leave, the youngster speaks to Amy, who asks him to raise Leah with her. John Paul faces against a race against time to prevent the letter he sent Frankie from reaching its target and Aleksander gets a job as a taxi driver

Josh refuses to answer Amy's calls after her revelation about Leah's parentage, and when the pair meet in town she begs him to let her explain why she kept the information under wraps. Tony grows increasingly annoyed with the behaviour of Aleksander, who borrows the Il Gnosh supremo's smartest suit for a job interview

Craig and Sarah are quickly reunited as a couple after undergoing a swift change of heart and declaring their love for one another, while Amy lets slip to a bewildered Josh that she is Leah's mother. Elliot tries to shape Steph into a woman his mother will approve of by teaching her Welsh

Melissa gives Sarah tickets to a fashion show and tells her to take Craig, but at the same time her boyfriend is making plans to finally end their relationship. Myra and Carmel worry that Jacqui's decision to move in with Tony could jeopardise Aleksander's chances of staying in England

Jake tells Nancy she's the one he wants to be with, while Tony insists Jacqui should move in with him so they can raise their child as a couple. Sarah ponders her future with Craig when Melissa comments that her status as a model could ruin their relationship and Amy enjoys the chance to look after Leah

Jake and Nancy try to ignore their feelings for each other after coming close to sharing another kiss. Hannah is almost caught in the act of binge eating and receives advice from Melissa on keeping her eating disorder a secret. Aleksander comforts Jacqui after her disagreement with Tony, while Josh, Fletch and Amy prepare for their first gig

Jacqui is keen to find Tony and talk over their dilemma, but he does his best to avoid her as he mulls over his options. Hannah feels left out when Sarah and Melissa go on a shopping spree without her, while Jake and Nancy remember Becca on her birthday. Elliot asks Zak for advice on finding a gift for one of the women in his life

Louise's interruption throws the wedding into disarray as Russ finds himself asking whether he should marry someone he's not sure he can trust. Jacqui is shocked when Nana McQueen reveals she knows her secret, while Jessica hits a nerve with Zoe by questioning why Darren didn't invite her to the wedding

Nicole and Aleksander go in search of Russ after he goes missing on the morning of the wedding, leaving Mercedes terrified he has found out about her infidelity. Tina and Dom have a heart-to-heart chat and realise how much they love one another, while Louise decides to confront Mercedes when Warren reveals he was with her when Clare was pushed

With their big day just around the corner Russ, Dom, Tina and Mercedes set out to enjoy their last night of freedom. However, as Tina catches Dom in a compromising position with a stripper and Russ looks on in horror at Mercedes' out-of-control behaviour, doubt emerges over whether either wedding will go ahead

Tina has doubts about marrying Dom when she finds out about the fling he once had with Mandy. Nicole is shocked that Russ would be willing to take part in the tacky double wedding the McQueen clan have planned, while Warren threatens to reveal Mercedes' secret if she doesn't visit him in jail. Josh and Fletch's band get their first gig - but the group still don't have any songs

Nicole returns to the village and soon begins bickering with Mercedes, fearing Russ is about to make a terrible mistake. Josh hopes his new rock 'n' roll image will impress Amy. Calvin visits prison to enjoy Warren's misery and Darren finds catering for a wedding is much more hassle than he had imagined

Warren tells Katy he is innocent when she asks him whether he pushed Clare, but she doubts everything he says after he falters when questioned about Sean's death. Josh and Fletch decide to start a band and Jessica is sacked after being caught stealing from Il Gnosh

Louise's guilt intensifies and she decides to visit Warren in prison to discuss her doubts about what happened the night Clare was pushed. Max and OB wait on tenterhooks to see whether Clare will retract her statement to social services, while Darren is torn between Zak's friendship and his attraction to Zoe. Jessica finds her money problems mounting

Max pays Clare a visit, threatening to kill her if she doesn't speak to Tom and persuade him to come home. Mercedes confesses to Father Raymond as she tries to decide whether to admit to her night of passion with Warren, while Calvin and Louise work together to construct a false alibi

Louise drowns her sorrows as she agonizes over not being able to remember if she was the one who pushed Clare before demanding that Calvin arrest her. Sarah wonders whether giving up modelling was the right choice, Jacqui berates Mercedes for not speaking up for Warren and Clare employs a nurse to care for her after she leaves hospital

Following Clare's revelation, Warren is arrested for her attempted murder, but he claims to have an alibi in the form of Mercedes. Sarah is delighted when her modelling photos end up on the front cover of a magazine and Max pays Tom another visit, but seems no closer to convincing his brother to return home

OB visits Clare in hospital, hoping it will be the last he ever sees of the woman who has caused him so much pain, and receives a nasty shock when she suddenly emerges from her coma. John Paul reveals that he has finished things with Spike and challenges Craig to come clean to Sarah about their feelings for each other

Rhys grows increasingly embarrassed by Noel's attempts to relive his youth and comes to a decision about his future when he hears him arguing with Neville. Max and Tom have an emotional reunion but, still worried about Clare's threats, the youngster refuses to go home with his brother

Craig finally tells John Paul that he loves him after an uncomfortable meeting with Sarah's new friends. Justin insists he and Katy have to get away from Warren and the village for good. Rhys is flabbergasted after Noel makes a move on the woman he has spent the whole evening chatting up

Katy orders her brother to stay away from Justin, but when the two men are left alone Warren makes a shocking confession. Craig celebrates his birthday at the SU bar, but endures a nightmarish tea at Jake's when it seems John Paul is about to spill the beans about their affair. Max accuses OB of being the one who pushed Clare

Calvin, Louise, Max, OB and Warren are questioned in relation to the attack on Clare, but all five are released without charge due to a lack of evidence. Katy watches over Justin at the hospital, while Rhys enjoys time bonding with Noel and Mercedes is filled with guilt over her indiscretion with Warren

Warren seduces Mercedes and takes her back to the flat, but rushes out in a fury after finding a goodbye letter left behind by Justin and Katy. Clare finds friends hard to come by as OB and Louise both confront her before events come to a dramatic climax

Justin and Katy prepare to flee, but their plans are thrown into doubt at the last minute when he realises something very important to him has been left at Warren's flat. Max pleads with a social worker to be allowed to take Tom home, while Louise confronts Clare, claiming she destroyed her chances of happiness with Calvin

Clare sinks to a new low, manipulating Tom into asking to be taken out of Max's care by telling the youngster that everyone he loves ends up dying. Calvin drags a distraught Louise through the streets, making sure everyone knows what he thinks of her, while Justin asks Katy to run away with him

Warren all too willingly helps Katy track Justin down and takes him back to the flat, where he issues him with a terrifying ultimatum. Clare creates chaos all around the village, telling Calvin the truth about how Louise lost the baby and accusing Max of abusing Tom

Justin and Katy plan to bring their relationship into the open after Warren's arrest but are stunned when he is released from custody. Clare is also shocked by the villain's quick reappearance and finds his calm and collected demeanour unsettling. Tom gives Max a hand at MOB's but has an accident while trying to prove himself as a waiter

Justin finally tells Clare everything he knows about Warren's role in Sean's death. The Ashworths endure an unhappy Fathers Day while Rhys makes a connection with Noel. Clare is knocked back in her pursuit of funds to pay off Mercedes' compensation claim by a triumphant Max and OB

Justin welcomes Katy back from her trip to London, but it seems Warren is on the verge of finding out everything about the couple's secret liaisons. Josh and Amy are finally reunited, but decide to take it slowly and see how things develop. Zak is left out in the cold when Zoe decides Darren is the man for her

Suzanne is furious to discover Mike was blackmailing Josh to keep him away from Amy. Justin assures Warren he can count on his loyalty and Rhys threatens to leave home. Darren worries that he is stepping on Zak's toes by flirting with Zoe and tries to push her away

Hannah tries to prevent her family from falling apart but her good intentions lead to Josh's secret coming out into the open. Zak comes to the rescue when Darren is attacked on his way to the bank to deposit the takings from The Dog and Steph remains determined to keep an eye on Jake and Nancy, interrupting the pair when they settle down for a candlelit dinner

The Ashworths are in turmoil after Noel's revelations and a series of arguments culminate in Neville trying to attack his unfaithful brother as Rhys looks on in horror. John Paul tells Craig to keep his distance or face Sarah finding out about his guilty secret and possibly losing her forever

Rhys walks in on Noel trying it on with Suzanne and is stunned when the man he previously thought was his uncle reveals he is actually his biological father. Mercedes worries that her behaviour has driven Russ away, while Craig tells a disbelieving John Paul that he is definitely not gay before trying to rekindle his romance with Sarah

Clare asks Max and OB for money to help her pay off Mercedes and leaves the pair with threats ringing in their ears after they tell her she'll never get another penny out of them. Craig falls into John Paul's arms again, Mercedes and Dannii argue over dinner at the McQueen's and Gilly is puzzled by Suzanne's reaction to Noel's bad news

Dannii arrives back in the village and is shocked to meet the woman her old flame Russ has decided to spend the rest of his life with. The McQueen sisters deal with a rude shop assistant when they try on wedding dresses and Craig is left feeling desperately lonely as he struggles with his feelings for John Paul and Sarah. Noel makes a shocking confession which leaves Suzanne devastated

A proud Sarah shows Craig the pictures from her magazine shoot, but he flies off the handle when she receives a phone call from a male model. Russ feels uneasy about Mercedes' plans to sue The Loft over her 'injuries', but Clare is taken in and panics when faced with legal action

Hollyoaks

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